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Rey vs Corey

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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Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rey Rank #823
Corey Rank #679

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rey or Corey more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Rey and Corey mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rey and Corey boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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