Reyes Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reyes is a Spanish name meaning 'kings', derived from the Latin 'rex'. It has evolved from historical forms like 'Reges' and is linked to the biblical Magi. The name carries a sense of nobility and has gained popularity in recent decades, maintaining a strong cultural presence. Its biblical relevance ties it to the story of the Three Kings.
The name Reyes is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reyes has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Reyes' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1488th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1104th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1046th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1122nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1235th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1730th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2452nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2421st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2478th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4906th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8515th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16330th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Reyes' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reyes"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪ.ɛs/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Reyes is derived from the Spanish word for 'kings', stemming from the Latin 'rex' which means 'king'. It is often used in the context of the Feast of the Three Kings, commemorating the biblical Magi.
Meaning
kings
Language Evolution
Reges (Latin), Reyes (Spanish)
Biblical Background
The name is associated with the biblical Magi, known as the Three Wise Men or Three Kings, who visited Jesus after his birth.
Historical Usage
The name Reyes has been used in the Spanish-speaking world for centuries and gained popularity in the 20th century as a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Rey, Reyesito, Reyesito
Modern Popularity & Image
Reyes is viewed positively, often associated with regal qualities and nobility. It retains a strong cultural identity within Spanish-speaking communities.
Famous People
Reyes Rodríguez, Fernando Reyes, Luis Reyes
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reyes"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Reyes"
"Reyes" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1488th of 7545 | 390 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1104th of 6773 | 675 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1046th of 7552 | 971 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1122nd of 10718 | 861 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1235th of 16616 | 1,154 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1730th of 24088 | 1,230 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2452nd of 23106 | 651 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2421st of 9107 | 237 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2478th of 9204 | 228 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4906th of 12526 | 122 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8515th of 19264 | 66 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16330th of 27321 | 32 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 27544th of 35406 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Reyes" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.39% 790th/2366 |
49.39% 564th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
28.90% 680th/2353 |
33.23% 514th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
24.29% 693rd/2853 |
23.35% 648th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
22.85% 804th/3518 |
18.22% 737th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
19.66% 1021st/5194 |
11.67% 737th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
21.17% 1548th/7313 |
12.72% 949th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
31.40% 2142nd/6822 |
21.11% 1325th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Reyes" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
43.49% 1029th/2366 |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
47.60% 1120th/2353 |
70.27% 1087th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
69.51% 1983rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reyes"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reyes" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.