gender neutral
Rey
king
About Rey
Power distilled to its absolute essence—just three letters that carry the weight of royalty. This name makes an immediate impression through its brevity and bold simplicity. Rey feels both ancient and futuristic, a rare quality that allows it to transcend temporal trends. The single syllable ensures it will never be mispronounced or misspelled, giving children one less thing to explain or correct throughout their lives. Parents who select Rey often value directness and clarity, preferring a name that makes its point without unnecessary elaboration. The name's shortness becomes its greatest strength, making it memorable and distinctive in a sea of longer, more complicated options. Rey works beautifully as both a standalone choice and paired with a longer middle name for those seeking balance. Its streamlined nature reflects modern design principles—remove everything unnecessary until only the essential remains. This name won't fade into background noise; it stands proudly distinct.
Popularity of the Name Rey
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1998 | #1000 |
| 1999 | #969 |
| 2000 | #983 |
| 2001 | #989 |
| 2002 | #911 |
| 2003 | #949 |
| 2004 | #983 |
| 2005 | #903 |
| 2006 | #855 |
| 2007 | #923 |
| 2008 | #863 |
| 2009 | #897 |
| 2010 | #852 |
| 2011 | #940 |
| 2012 | #921 |
| 2013 | #910 |
| 2014 | #886 |
| 2015 | #900 |
| 2016 | #870 |
| 2017 | #773 |
| 2018 | #755 |
| 2019 | #801 |
| 2020 | #880 |
| 2021 | #764 |
| 2022 | #790 |
| 2023 | #792 |
| 2024 | #823 |
| 2025 | #908 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Rey
Names Similar to Rey
Nicknames for Rey
- Re
- Ryan
- Reyes
- Ray
- R.J.
Famous People Named Rey
| Rey Mysterio | Professional wrestler |
| Rey Malonzo | Filipino actor |
| Rey Valera | Filipino singer-songwriter |
| Rey Nambatac | Filipino basketball player |
| Rey Maualuga | American football player |
| Rey Langit | Filipino broadcaster |
| Rey Aguilar | Mexican politician |
| Rey Robinson | Jamaican cricketer |
| Rey Bucanero | Mexican wrestler |
| Rey Guevara | Costa Rican footballer |
| Rey Ordonez | Cuban baseball player |
| Rey Manaj | Albanian footballer |
| Rey Quinones | Puerto Rican actor |
| Rey Fortaleza | Filipino musician |
| Rey Misterio Sr. | Mexican wrestler and father of Rey Mysterio |
| Rey Urbano | Filipino actor and comedian |
| Rey Martinez | Colombian cyclist |
| Rey Dangcalan | Filipino poet |
| Rey Pagtakhan | Canadian politician |
| Rey Jimenez | American actor |
Characters Named Rey
| Rey Skywalker | Star Wars character |
| Rey Rivera | Money Heist character |
| Rey Krueger | Call of Duty character |
| Rey Dempsey | Friday Night Lights character |
| Rey Rosales | The Young and the Restless character |
| Rey Jackson | The Equalizer character |
| Rey Doyle | Blue Heelers character |
| Rey Hernandez | Heroes character |
| Rey Faulkner | Guiding Light character |
| Rey Stahr | The Last Tycoon character |
| Rey Vegas | Chasing Life character |
| Rey Ciso | The Editor character |
| Rey Curtis | Castle character |
| Rey Calatayud | Los hombres de Paco character |
| Rey Kruger | Power Rangers Dino Charge character |
| Rey Becker | The Silent Heroes character |
| Rey Rosario | One Life to Live character |