Stanley vs Trey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#877
Total SSA Count
275
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Stan

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Stanley Rank #877
Trey Rank #790

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 vs #877 for Stanley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Stanley ___

  • Stanley James
  • Stanley Edward
  • Stanley William
  • Stanley Thomas
  • Stanley Lee
  • Stanley Robert

Trey ___

  • Trey James
  • Trey Michael
  • Trey Allen
  • Trey Davis
  • Trey Hunter
  • Trey William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Stanley

Walter Harold Dorothy Harvey Mildred

If you choose Trey

Deuce Quinn Chase Blake Drew

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanley or Trey more popular?

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 compared to Stanley at #877 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Trey mean?

Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Stanley and Trey boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.

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