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Current rank (2025)#906
Babies named Rey in 2025262
Total recorded10,219
Peak year2021 (328 babies)
Highest rank ever#754
Years in records1915–2025 (110 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 1239 spots

Frequently asked about Rey

What does the name Rey mean?
Rey means “King; river of water” from Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Rey?
Rey has Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “King; river of water”.
How popular is Rey?
Rey ranked #906 in 2025 — given to 262 babies that year.
When was Rey most popular?
Rey peaked in 2021 with 328 babies registered that year.
Is Rey a boy or girl name?
Rey is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Reys in registered births are male.
Is the name Rey rising or falling in popularity?
Rey has risen 1239 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2145 in 2020 to #906 in 2025.
How long has Rey been recorded?
Rey appears in birth records across 110 years — from 1915 through 2025.

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