Troy Leiva

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Troy Leiva — foot soldier
207K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Troy Leiva 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 Leiva: Leiva, Nariño, a municipality and town in the Nariño Department, Colombia Leiva, Boyacá, a municipality in Boyacá Department, Colombia, largest town Villa de Leyva Leiva, La Rioja, a municipality in La Rioja, Spain Leiva (singer) (born 1980), Spanish singer, songwriter and musician People with the surname Alberto Aguilar Leiva (born 1984), or simply known as Alberto, Spanish football (soccer) player Andrés Díaz Venero de Leiva (died 1578), first president of the New Kingdom of Granada, appointed in 1564 Andrés Felipe Arias Leiva (born 1973), Colombian economist and minister Antonio de Leyva, D. 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: Leiva

Spanish

Leiva, Nariño, a municipality and town in the Nariño Department, Colombia Leiva, Boyacá, a municipality in Boyacá Department, Colombia, largest town Villa de Leyva Leiva, La Rioja, a municipality in La Rioja, Spain Leiva (singer) (born 1980), Spanish singer, songwriter and musician People with the surname Alberto Aguilar Leiva (born 1984), or simply known as Alberto, Spanish football (soccer) player Andrés Díaz Venero de Leiva (died 1578), first president of the New Kingdom of Granada, appointed in 1564 Andrés Felipe Arias Leiva (born 1973), Colombian economist and minister Antonio de Leyva, D.

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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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Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Leiva?
The surname Leiva originates from Spanish. Leiva, Nariño, a municipality and town in the Nariño Department, Colombia Leiva, Boyacá, a municipality in Boyacá Department, Colombia, largest town Villa de Leyva Leiva, La Rioja, a municipality in La Rioja, Spain Leiva (singer) (born 1980), Spanish singer, songwriter and musician People with the surname Alberto Aguilar Leiva (born 1984), or simply known as Alberto, Spanish football (soccer) player Andrés Díaz Venero de Leiva (died 1578), first president of the New Kingdom of Granada, appointed in 1564 Andrés Felipe Arias Leiva (born 1973), Colombian economist and minister Antonio de Leyva, D.
What are the origins of the name Troy Leiva?
The name Troy Leiva combines two different traditions: the first name Troy has Celtic roots, while the surname Leiva originates from Spanish.
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