Troy
Meaning
An acient city in Greek mythology.
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/trɔɪ/
Traits associated with the name Troy:
Dogs named Troy tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Troy?
Naming your dog Troy may suggest that you have an appreciation for classic literature, as Troy is the name of the city in Homer's epic poem The Iliad. It may also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and courage, as Troy is often associated with these qualities.
Is Troy a good dog name?
Troy is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Troy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Troy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Troy was, in the past month, the 1051st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Troy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Troy was viewed 78 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Troy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Troy is most adored in Louisiana, New York and New Jersey.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Michigan and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Troy.
Most popular breeds named Troy:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Golden Retriever
- Cocker Spaniel
Troy is found in these categories:
mythical
The name originates from an ancient city featured in Greek mythology.
military
Named after the ancient city known for its epic war in Greek mythology.
irish
Derived from Gaelic "Troightheach", meaning foot soldier.
Dog names like Troy:
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