Troy Colley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Troy Colley — foot soldier
207K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Troy Colley 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 Colley: Angela Colley (born 1964), Gambian politician Anne Colley (born 1951), Irish politician David Colley (born 1947), Australian cricketer Ebrima Colley (born 2000), Gambian footballer George Colley (1925–1983), Irish politician George Pomeroy Colley (1835–1881), British general Harold John Colley (1895–1918), British soldier John Edward Colley (born 1948), original name of John Ford Coley, American pianist Joseph Colley (born 1999), Swedish footballer Kenneth Colley (1937–2025), British actor Kevin Colley (born 1979), American ice hockey player Lamin Colley (born 1993), Gambian footballer Linda C. 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: Colley

Irish

Angela Colley (born 1964), Gambian politician Anne Colley (born 1951), Irish politician David Colley (born 1947), Australian cricketer Ebrima Colley (born 2000), Gambian footballer George Colley (1925–1983), Irish politician George Pomeroy Colley (1835–1881), British general Harold John Colley (1895–1918), British soldier John Edward Colley (born 1948), original name of John Ford Coley, American pianist Joseph Colley (born 1999), Swedish footballer Kenneth Colley (1937–2025), British actor Kevin Colley (born 1979), American ice hockey player Lamin Colley (born 1993), Gambian footballer Linda C.

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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 Colley

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 Colley:

6
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Colley?
The surname Colley originates from Irish. Angela Colley (born 1964), Gambian politician Anne Colley (born 1951), Irish politician David Colley (born 1947), Australian cricketer Ebrima Colley (born 2000), Gambian footballer George Colley (1925–1983), Irish politician George Pomeroy Colley (1835–1881), British general Harold John Colley (1895–1918), British soldier John Edward Colley (born 1948), original name of John Ford Coley, American pianist Joseph Colley (born 1999), Swedish footballer Kenneth Colley (1937–2025), British actor Kevin Colley (born 1979), American ice hockey player Lamin Colley (born 1993), Gambian footballer Linda C.
What are the origins of the name Troy Colley?
The name Troy Colley combines two different traditions: the first name Troy has Celtic roots, while the surname Colley originates from Irish.
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