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Troy vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Troy

Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#531
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Raylan Rank #717

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Raylan more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Troy and Raylan mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Troy and Raylan boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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