Layton vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Layton

Boy #693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"herb farm, meadow settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
389
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Layton Rank #693
Rey Rank #823

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Rey more popular?

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Layton and Rey mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Layton and Rey boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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