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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Three; traditionally a nickname for a third-generation namesake
- Origin
- Middle English/Old French (from Latin tres)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- TRAY
Trey is a boy's name meaning "three," traditionally used as a nickname for a third-generation namesake — historically the name a family gives to someone who is "the third." It comes from Middle English and Old French, tracing back to the Latin "tres," and is pronounced TRAY (/ˈtreɪ/). With its short, clean, modern feel, it also stands well on its own as a given name rather than just a family nickname.
Meaning & Origin of Trey
Meaning: Three; traditionally a nickname for a third-generation namesake.
Origin: Middle English/Old French (from Latin tres).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Trey
TRAYIPA /ˈtreɪ/
Popularity of Trey
Trey peaked at #189 in 1999, when 1,798 boys were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #789 with just 317 babies named Trey.
Names Like Trey
These names share Trey’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Trey mean?
Three; traditionally a nickname for a third-generation namesake. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Trey?
Trey is pronounced TRAY (IPA: /ˈtreɪ/).
Is Trey a popular name right now?
Trey peaked at #189 in 1999 and is ranked #789 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1948–2024.)
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