Theodore 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

Theodore Rank #4
Troy Rank #531

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #531 for Troy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Troy ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

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If you choose Troy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Troy more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Troy mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Theodore and Troy boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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