Troy Banning

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Troy Banning — foot soldier
207K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Troy Banning is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Troy is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Troy is a male given first name used in English-speaking countries, and may derive from the Irish Troightheach, meaning "foot soldier". Additionally Troy is utilised as an anglicised surname derived from a variety of Gaelic and Norman surnames. Further detail here Troy (surname). The surname Banning: Edwin T. Banning (1864–1940), an American architect Émile Banning (1836–1898), a Belgian civil servant Henry B. Banning (1836–1881), an American Civil War general and Congressional Representative James Banning (1900–1933), an American aviation pioneer Jan Banning (born 1954), a Dutch photographer and artist Jim Banning (1865–1952), a catcher in American Major League Baseball Joanne Banning (born 1977), an Australian field hockey player Lance Banning (1942–2006), an American historian Leonard Banning (1910-unk), a British broadcaster Leslie Banning (1930–2014), an American film actress Lex Bann. Troy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 207K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Troy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Troy

Meaning: foot soldier

Celtic

Troy is a male given first name used in English-speaking countries, and may derive from the Irish Troightheach, meaning "foot soldier". Additionally Troy is utilised as an anglicised surname derived from a variety of Gaelic and Norman surnames. Further detail here Troy (surname).

Surname: Banning

English

Edwin T. Banning (1864–1940), an American architect Émile Banning (1836–1898), a Belgian civil servant Henry B. Banning (1836–1881), an American Civil War general and Congressional Representative James Banning (1900–1933), an American aviation pioneer Jan Banning (born 1954), a Dutch photographer and artist Jim Banning (1865–1952), a catcher in American Major League Baseball Joanne Banning (born 1977), an Australian field hockey player Lance Banning (1942–2006), an American historian Leonard Banning (1910-unk), a British broadcaster Leslie Banning (1930–2014), an American film actress Lex Bann.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Troy is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Troy by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Troy Banning

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Troy Banning:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Troy?
The first name Troy originates from Celtic. Troy is a male given first name used in English-speaking countries, and may derive from the Irish Troightheach, meaning "foot soldier". Additionally Troy is utilised as an anglicised surname derived from a variety of Gaelic and Norman surnames. Further detail here Troy (surname).
When was Troy most popular?
The name Troy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Banning?
The surname Banning originates from English. Edwin T. Banning (1864–1940), an American architect Émile Banning (1836–1898), a Belgian civil servant Henry B. Banning (1836–1881), an American Civil War general and Congressional Representative James Banning (1900–1933), an American aviation pioneer Jan Banning (born 1954), a Dutch photographer and artist Jim Banning (1865–1952), a catcher in American Major League Baseball Joanne Banning (born 1977), an Australian field hockey player Lance Banning (1942–2006), an American historian Leonard Banning (1910-unk), a British broadcaster Leslie Banning (1930–2014), an American film actress Lex Bann.
What are the origins of the name Troy Banning?
The name Troy Banning combines two different traditions: the first name Troy has Celtic roots, while the surname Banning originates from English.
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