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May vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

May

Girl #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"goddess of spring, month of May"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,351
Total SSA Count
168
Syllables
1
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

May Rank #1,351
Rey Rank #823

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #1351 for May.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is May or Rey more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to May at #1351 in the United States.

What do May and Rey mean?

May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are May and Rey boy or girl names?

May is primarily a girl name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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