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Rey vs Brayan

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

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Brayan

Boy #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, virtuous, honorable"

Origin: Old Celtic Brían

Cultural Roots

Latin American Hispanic-American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rey Rank #823
Brayan Rank #718

Brayan is more popular, ranked #718 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rey or Brayan more popular?

Brayan is more popular, ranked #718 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Rey and Brayan mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Brayan means "strong, virtuous, honorable" (Old Celtic Brían origin).

Are Rey and Brayan boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Brayan is primarily a boy name.

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