Rhys vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#354
Total SSA Count
946
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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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

Rhys Rank #354
Troy Rank #531

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #531 for Troy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rhys ___

  • Rhys Owen
  • Rhys Liam
  • Rhys David
  • Rhys Morgan
  • Rhys Evan
  • Rhys Gareth

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 Rhys

Seren Nia Cai Carys Bryn

If you choose Troy

Ryan Blake Paige Cody Brianna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhys or Troy more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Rhys and Troy mean?

Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Rhys and Troy boy or girl names?

Rhys is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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