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Wilson vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilson

Boy #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Will (William)"

Origin: Middle English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wilson Rank #645
Rey Rank #823

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 vs #823 for Rey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilson or Rey more popular?

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Rey at #823 in the United States.

What do Wilson and Rey mean?

Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Wilson and Rey boy or girl names?

Wilson is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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