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Rey

Rey (name) means a Spanish surname, a doublet of Roy, meaning "king.". Example: “Rey is also used as a given name in Spanish-speaking countries.”

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A Spanish surname, a doublet of Roy, meaning "king."
"Rey is also used as a given name in Spanish-speaking countries."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish rey ("king"); a doublet of Roy.

Origin: Spanish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Rey” mean?

The word “Rey” means a Spanish surname, a doublet of Roy, meaning "king.".

How do you use “Rey” in a sentence?

Here is “Rey” used in a sentence: “Rey is also used as a given name in Spanish-speaking countries.”

What part of speech is “Rey”?

“Rey” is a name.

Where does the word “Rey” come from?

The word “Rey” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish rey ("king"); a doublet of Roy.

Is “Rey” a common word?

“Rey” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Rey used as a first name as well as a surname?

While Rey is documented primarily as a Spanish surname meaning "king," names with the same root and meaning are also used as first names in various cultures, reflecting the same royal association.

What other names are related to Rey?

Rey is a doublet of Roy, meaning both names come from the same root meaning "king," just developed through different linguistic paths, one Spanish and one via French or English.

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