Troye Name Meaning

The name Troye is of Irish and Gaelic origin and means "descendant of a foot soldier." It's a variant form of the name Troy, which refers to the ancient city of Troy, famous from Greek mythology.

The name Troye gained popularity in modern times due to the prominence of the Australian musician and actor Troye Sivan Mellet, professionally known as Troye Sivan. Born in 1995, Sivan gained popularity initially as a singer on YouTube and then expanded his career to include roles in major films such as 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine.' He has earned significant critical and commercial success with his music, including a number one album on iTunes in over 55 countries.