Guillermo vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Guillermo

Boy #833 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German wil (will) + helm (protection)

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Filipino Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#833
Total SSA Count
297
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Guillermo Rank #833
Rey Rank #823

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #833 for Guillermo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guillermo or Rey more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Guillermo at #833 in the United States.

What do Guillermo and Rey mean?

Guillermo means "resolute protector" (Old High German wil (will) + helm (protection) origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Guillermo and Rey boy or girl names?

Guillermo is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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