Troyal
An invented masculine name possibly derived from the word "troy" referring to a unit of weight.
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Troyal. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Troyal today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Troyal births was 1992 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Troyal. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Troyal. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1992
7 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1992 SSA rank
#7,357
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Troyal: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Troyal by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Troyal during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Troyal
The name Troyal is an uncommon and intriguing given name with a rich history. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Germanic languages, specifically Old Norse and Old English. The name is believed to have emerged from the root word "tru," which means "true" or "faithful," combined with the suffix "-yal," which was a common ending used to form personal names.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Troyal can be found in the Icelandic sagas, where it appears as "Trúvalr" or "Trúvaldi." These sagas, written in the 13th and 14th centuries, recount the tales of Norse warriors and adventurers, suggesting that Troyal may have been a name associated with strength, courage, and loyalty.
In the Middle Ages, the name Troyal gained some prominence in certain regions of Europe. It is documented in historical records from parts of England, where it was likely introduced by Norse settlers during the Viking Age. The name also appeared in certain Germanic regions, such as parts of present-day Germany and the Netherlands.
One notable historical figure who bore the name Troyal was Troyal de Montfort, a 13th-century French nobleman and military leader. He played a significant role in the Albigensian Crusade, a series of military campaigns initiated by the Catholic Church against heretical Christian sects in southern France.
Another individual worth mentioning is Troyal von Württemberg, a 16th-century German nobleman and military commander. He served as a Field Marshal in the armies of the Holy Roman Empire and is remembered for his involvement in the Schmalkaldic War, a conflict between Protestant and Catholic states within the Empire.
In the realm of literature, the name Troyal made an appearance in the works of the English poet and playwright William Shakespeare. In his play "Henry VI, Part 2," a minor character named Troyal is mentioned, although his role is relatively insignificant.
Fast-forwarding to more recent times, Troyal has been the given name of several notable individuals. Troyal Garth Brooks, an American country music singer and songwriter, was born in 1962 and is widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential artists in the genre.
Additionally, Troyal Delano Moss, an American professional football player, was born in 1984 and played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams, including the Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers.
While the name Troyal may not be among the most popular or widely used names today, it carries a fascinating history that spans various cultures, time periods, and regions. Its roots in ancient Germanic languages and its presence in historical records and literature make it a unique and intriguing choice for those seeking a name with a rich cultural heritage.
People
Troyal + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Troyal as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with T
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FAQ
Troyal: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Troyal?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Troyal going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Troyal a common name?
We classify Troyal as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Troyal most popular?
The single biggest year for Troyal was 1992, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Troyal is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Troyal in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Troyal a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Troyal in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Troyal still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Troyal in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Troyal can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Troyal?
Find out how many people have the name Troyal on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.