Rex: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A little king who rules with joy and laughter.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #681
- Peak
- #170 in 1951
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Rex Means
Rex is a boy name of English origin. A little king who rules with joy and laughter.
How Popular Rex Is
Rex currently ranks #681 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #170 in 1951. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Rex
- Rex peaked at #170 in the U.S. in 1951.
- Rex is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Rex
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Rex
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Rex.
Questions About Rex
What does Rex mean?
Rex is a boy name of English origin. A little king who rules with joy and laughter.
How popular is Rex?
Rex currently ranks #681 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #170 in 1951. It has held steady.
Where does Rex come from?
Rex comes from English roots. Rex peaked at #170 in the U.S. in 1951.
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