REX
The meaning of the unisex name Rex is KING.
Details on REX:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- King
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,647th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 16,200th in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
316 births
REX as a BOY in 2024
6 births
REX as a GIRL in 1984
The meaning(s) of REX:
The name Rex is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Rex is: Mighty counselor-ruler.
The name Rex is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Rex is: Mighty counselor-ruler.
The name Rex is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Rex is: King.Can also be a :mighty counselor/ruler.Famous Bearer:British actor Rex Harrison.
USA SSA birth(s) for REX:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name REX
REX as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 316 births |
| 2023 | 367 births |
| 2022 | 380 births |
| 2021 | 379 births |
| 2020 | 377 births |
| 2019 | 410 births |
| 2018 | 420 births |
| 2017 | 428 births |
| 2016 | 421 births |
| 2015 | 373 births |
| 2014 | 387 births |
| 2013 | 391 births |
| 2012 | 385 births |
| 2011 | 384 births |
| 2010 | 332 births |
| 2009 | 303 births |
REX as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 births |
| 1980 | 5 births |
| 1979 | 7 births |
| 1964 | 7 births |
| 1961 | 9 births |
| 1960 | 6 births |
| 1959 | 5 births |
| 1958 | 8 births |
| 1957 | 7 births |
| 1956 | 6 births |
| 1954 | 5 births |
| 1953 | 6 births |
| 1952 | 7 births |
| 1942 | 6 births |
| 1940 | 5 births |
| 1935 | 6 births |
About the name REX
Rex, a name that carries the regal weight of kingship, finds its roots in the Latin word for "king," epitomizing strength, authority, and noble leadership. This name has traversed cultures, resonating particularly in English-speaking countries, where it evokes images of gallant rulers and mighty lions. Its allure is not confined to the West; in Italy and Spain, Rex sparks associations with historical figures and a sense of grandeur, while in the Philippines, it embodies the spirit of resilience and pride. Symbolically, Rex embodies courage and determination, traits that inspire those who bear the name to lead with integrity and passion. With its brief yet powerful sound, Rex stands as a timeless choice, inviting a legacy of strength and honor to any child who carries it into the world.
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