Jerald vs Rei

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rei

Boy #3,800 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"courtesy, respect, gratitude"

Origin: Japanese kanji 礼

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Brazilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,800
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jerald Rank #3,957
Rei Rank #3,800

Rei is more popular, ranked #3800 vs #3957 for Jerald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerald or Rei more popular?

Rei is more popular, ranked #3800 compared to Jerald at #3957 in the United States.

What do Jerald and Rei mean?

Jerald means "ruler of the spear" (Old High German origin). Rei means "courtesy, respect, gratitude" (Japanese kanji 礼 origin).

Are Jerald and Rei boy or girl names?

Jerald is primarily a boy name. Rei is primarily a boy name.

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