Rey vs Abner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rey

Boy #823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king"

Origin: Spanish

Spanish Latin American American

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Boy #840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father of light"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English American

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Rey Rank #823

Abner Rank #840

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #840 for Abner.

Is Rey or Abner more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Abner at #840 in the United States.

What do Rey and Abner mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Abner means "father of light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rey and Abner boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Abner is primarily a boy name.