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Troy vs Scott

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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Scott

Boy #566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Scotland, a Scotsman"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
517
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Scott Rank #566

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #566 for Scott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Scott more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Scott at #566 in the United States.

What do Troy and Scott mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin).

Are Troy and Scott boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Scott is primarily a boy name.

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