Rey vs Layne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rey

Boy #823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king"

Origin: Spanish

Spanish Latin American American

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Boy #697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"a narrow road or lane"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Rey Rank #823

Layne Rank #697

Layne is more popular, ranked #697 vs #823 for Rey.

Is Rey or Layne more popular?

Layne is more popular, ranked #697 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Rey and Layne mean?

Rey means "king" (Spanish origin). Layne means "a narrow road or lane" (Old English origin).

Are Rey and Layne boy or girl names?

Rey is primarily a boy name. Layne is primarily a boy name.