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Emory vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#886
Total SSA Count
271
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Rey

Boy #823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king"

Origin: Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#823
Total SSA Count
303
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emory Rank #886
Rey Rank #823

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #886 for Emory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emory or Rey more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Emory and Rey mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Emory and Rey boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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