Jefferson vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Jefferson Rank #711
Rey Rank #823

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson or Rey more popular?

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Jefferson and Rey mean?

Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Jefferson and Rey boy or girl names?

Jefferson is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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