Lafayette vs Rex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Lafayette Rank #11,568
Rex Rank #793

Rex is more popular, ranked #793 vs #11568 for Lafayette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lafayette ___

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Rex ___

  • Rex James
  • Rex Oliver
  • Rex Arthur
  • Rex Henry
  • Rex William
  • Rex Theodore

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lafayette

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If you choose Rex

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lafayette or Rex more popular?

Rex is more popular, ranked #793 compared to Lafayette at #11568 in the United States.

What do Lafayette and Rex mean?

Rex means "king" (Latin origin).

Are Lafayette and Rex boy or girl names?

Lafayette is primarily a boy name. Rex is primarily a boy name.

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