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Rey vs Cal

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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Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rey Rank #823
Cal Rank #671

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rey or Cal more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Rey and Cal mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Rey and Cal boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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