Jeffrey vs Troy

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

Jeffrey Rank #521
Troy Rank #531

Jeffrey is more popular, ranked #521 vs #531 for Troy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jeffrey ___

  • Jeffrey James
  • Jeffrey Michael
  • Jeffrey Robert
  • Jeffrey Alan
  • Jeffrey Scott
  • Jeffrey Thomas

Troy ___

  • Troy Allen
  • Troy James
  • Troy Michael
  • Troy Lee
  • Troy Wayne
  • Troy Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jeffrey

Brian Kevin Craig Karen Lisa

If you choose Troy

Ryan Blake Paige Cody Brianna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeffrey or Troy more popular?

Jeffrey is more popular, ranked #521 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Jeffrey and Troy mean?

Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Jeffrey and Troy boy or girl names?

Jeffrey is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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