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Sam vs Trey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Trey

Boy #790 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"three, the third"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#790
Total SSA Count
317
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sam Rank #652
Trey Rank #790

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #790 for Trey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Trey more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Trey at #790 in the United States.

What do Sam and Trey mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Sam and Trey boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.

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