Troy vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wel, Wey, Weie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #531 for Troy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Troy ___

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

Wells ___

  • Wells Harrison
  • Wells Andrew
  • Wells James
  • Wells Michael
  • Wells Thomas
  • Wells Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Troy

Ryan Blake Paige Cody Brianna

If you choose Wells

Brooks Hayes Greer Parker Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Wells mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Troy and Wells boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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