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Rei vs Avan

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

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Popularity Comparison

Rei Rank #3,800
Avan Rank #3,859

Rei is more popular, ranked #3800 vs #3859 for Avan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rei or Avan more popular?

Rei is more popular, ranked #3800 compared to Avan at #3859 in the United States.

What do Rei and Avan mean?

Rei means "courtesy, respect, gratitude" (Japanese kanji 礼 origin). Avan means "living water, strength" (Hebrew/Persian origin).

Are Rei and Avan boy or girl names?

Rei is primarily a boy name. Avan is primarily a boy name.

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