Rei
- Pronunciation
- [Rei]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Law; Strive
- Origin
- Japanese
Rei Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 443 baby boys have been named Rei. The name peaked in 2021 with 34 US births that year (rank #3402). In 2024, ranked #3860 nationally — 458 places below its 2021 peak.
Top States for Rei
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rei births are: California (69), New York (9).
Other Japanese-Origin Names Like Rei
If you like Rei's Japanese origin, consider these related names: Aiko, Akeno, Aki, Akiko, Akina. Browse all Japanese names →
3-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rei's exact length and starting letter: Rad, Rae, Rai, Raj, Ram.
Quick Facts About Rei
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reizo | Cool; Calm; Well-Groomed | Male | Japanese |
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Compare Rei to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Rei against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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