Back to Baby Names

Rey vs Dane

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

Similar Names

Dane

Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#882
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Rey Rank #823
Dane Rank #882

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #882 for Dane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rey or Dane more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Dane at #882 in the United States.

What do Rey and Dane mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin).

Are Rey and Dane boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Dane is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons