Rey

Rey is the Spanish word for king and is used as a personal name and surname. Its royal meaning is direct, unlike names that acquire a kingly association only through a famous bearer. A family may choose Rey for that meaning, as an inherited name, or for its concise sound without suggesting actual royal ancestry.

Rey usually sounds like Ray in English, but the names can have different histories: Ray may be a short form of Raymond or a word associated with light. The Star Wars character adds another familiar reference for some families. With only three letters, Rey works without a nickname and can balance a longer middle name or surname.