Troy Bunting

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Troy Bunting — foot soldier
207K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Troy Bunting 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 Bunting: Shane Bunting, (born 1975) better known as Madchild; Canadian-born rap artist Arthur Bunting (1936–2017), British rugby league footballer and coach Basil Bunting (1900–1985), British modernist poet Bill Bunting (born 1947), American basketball player Chris Bunting, British comic book writer Christopher Bunting (1925–2005), English cellist Christopher William Bunting (1837–1896), Irish-born Canadian politician David Michael Bunting (born 1960), British poet/musician Edward Bunting (1773–1843), Irish musician Edward L. 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: Bunting

Irish

Shane Bunting, (born 1975) better known as Madchild; Canadian-born rap artist Arthur Bunting (1936–2017), British rugby league footballer and coach Basil Bunting (1900–1985), British modernist poet Bill Bunting (born 1947), American basketball player Chris Bunting, British comic book writer Christopher Bunting (1925–2005), English cellist Christopher William Bunting (1837–1896), Irish-born Canadian politician David Michael Bunting (born 1960), British poet/musician Edward Bunting (1773–1843), Irish musician Edward L.

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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 Bunting

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 Bunting:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Bunting?
The surname Bunting originates from Irish. Shane Bunting, (born 1975) better known as Madchild; Canadian-born rap artist Arthur Bunting (1936–2017), British rugby league footballer and coach Basil Bunting (1900–1985), British modernist poet Bill Bunting (born 1947), American basketball player Chris Bunting, British comic book writer Christopher Bunting (1925–2005), English cellist Christopher William Bunting (1837–1896), Irish-born Canadian politician David Michael Bunting (born 1960), British poet/musician Edward Bunting (1773–1843), Irish musician Edward L.
What are the origins of the name Troy Bunting?
The name Troy Bunting combines two different traditions: the first name Troy has Celtic roots, while the surname Bunting originates from Irish.
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