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At a Glance: Name: Rex – Meaning: king – Origin: Latin – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: REKS
Rex is a short, sturdy boy's name with Latin roots, where it means "king." It's pronounced REKS (IPA /ˈrɛks/), and its brevity gives it a bold, clean, modern feel while still carrying that old, regal weight behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Rex
Meaning: King.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Rex
Phonetic: REKS IPA: /ˈrɛks/
Popularity of Rex
Rex had its moment back in 1951, when it ranked #170 with 1,503 babies given the name. It's far rarer today, sitting at #794 in 2024 with 316 babies — a name that's quietly held on rather than disappeared.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Rex mean?
King. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Rex)
How do you pronounce Rex?
Rex is pronounced REKS (IPA: /ˈrɛks/).
Is Rex a popular name right now?
Rex peaked at #170 in 1951 and is ranked #794 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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