Rey vs Grey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rey

Boy #823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king"

Origin: Spanish

Spanish Latin American American

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Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian

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Rey Rank #823

Grey Rank #878

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #878 for Grey.

Is Rey or Grey more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Rey and Grey mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin).

Are Rey and Grey boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Grey is primarily a boy name.