Rex vs Maurice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rex

Boy #793 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king"

Origin: Latin

English Latin American

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Boy #932 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark-skinned, Moorish"

Origin: Latin

French English American

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Rex Rank #793

Maurice Rank #932

Rex is more popular, ranked #793 vs #932 for Maurice.

Is Rex or Maurice more popular?

Rex is more popular, ranked #793 compared to Maurice at #932 in the United States.

What do Rex and Maurice mean?

Rex means "king" (Latin origin). Maurice means "dark-skinned, Moorish" (Latin origin).

Are Rex and Maurice boy or girl names?

Rex is primarily a boy name. Maurice is primarily a boy name.