Rey vs Boston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Boston

Boy #628 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Botolph's town, market town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#628
Total SSA Count
449
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rey Rank #823
Boston Rank #628

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rey or Boston more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Rey and Boston mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin).

Are Rey and Boston boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Boston is primarily a boy name.

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