Neil vs Trey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #790 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"three, the third"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Neil Rank #866

Trey Rank #790

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Trey more popular?

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Trey mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Neil and Trey boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.