Eugene vs Rey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gene

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Eugene Rank #871
Rey Rank #823

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 vs #871 for Eugene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eugene ___

  • Eugene Arthur
  • Eugene Clifford
  • Eugene Walter
  • Eugene Raymond
  • Eugene Herbert
  • Eugene Chester

Rey ___

  • Rey Alexander
  • Rey Miguel
  • Rey Antonio
  • Rey James
  • Rey Cruz
  • Rey Luis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Eugene

Walter Raymond Beatrice Dorothy Mildred

If you choose Rey

Luna Sol Diego Valentina Marco

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Rey more popular?

Rey is more popular, ranked #823 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Rey mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Rey means "king" (Spanish origin).

Are Eugene and Rey boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Rey is primarily a boy name.

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