Troy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Troy Name at a Glance

Name	Troy
Meaning	Foot soldier.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Troy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Troy means “Foot soldier”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Troy Name Origin

Our database records Troy under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Troy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Troy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Troy

When considering Troy for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.