Trey Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtray / /treɪ/English; Latin
Meaning
English: third; Latin: three
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trey is often used in English-speaking countries as a nickname for the third-born child, derived from the Old French word 'trois' meaning 'three.' It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of using numerical designations in names, particularly among families with multiple children.
Trend Summary
Trey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
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Famous people named Trey
Trey Parker is a co-creator of the animated television series 'South Park.'.
Trey Anastasio is the lead guitarist and vocalist for the band Phish.
Trey Burke is a professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA.
Trey Songz is an American singer and songwriter recognized for his contributions to R&B music.
Fictional characters named Trey
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trey was first seen in the United States in 1948. Trey has ranked as high as #358 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Florida, California, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Trey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 24 | |
| TX | 23 | |
| CA | 22 | |
| UT | 15 | |
| OH | 14 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| IN | 10 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| SD | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 30 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 49 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 53 |
| 1964 | 83 |
| 1965 | 76 |
| 1966 | 80 |
| 1967 | 81 |
| 1968 | 96 |
| 1969 | 111 |
| 1970 | 115 |
| 1971 | 101 |
| 1972 | 113 |
| 1973 | 108 |
| 1974 | 101 |
| 1975 | 108 |
| 1976 | 105 |
| 1977 | 111 |
| 1978 | 121 |
| 1979 | 116 |
| 1980 | 136 |
| 1981 | 135 |
| 1982 | 196 |
| 1983 | 228 |
| 1984 | 306 |
| 1985 | 396 |
| 1986 | 430 |
| 1987 | 451 |
| 1988 | 503 |
| 1989 | 610 |
| 1990 | 703 |
| 1991 | 697 |
| 1992 | 1,060 |
| 1993 | 1,629 |
| 1994 | 1,367 |
| 1995 | 1,289 |
| 1996 | 1,247 |
| 1997 | 1,291 |
| 1998 | 1,537 |
| 1999 | 1,798 |
| 2000 | 1,653 |
| 2001 | 1,539 |
| 2002 | 1,611 |
| 2003 | 1,516 |
| 2004 | 1,405 |
| 2005 | 1,491 |
| 2006 | 1,372 |
| 2007 | 1,212 |
| 2008 | 1,067 |
| 2009 | 1,023 |
| 2010 | 970 |
| 2011 | 972 |
| 2012 | 766 |
| 2013 | 732 |
| 2014 | 597 |
| 2015 | 519 |
| 2016 | 466 |
| 2017 | 484 |
| 2018 | 455 |
| 2019 | 447 |
| 2020 | 367 |
| 2021 | 424 |
| 2022 | 427 |
| 2023 | 369 |
| 2024 | 317 |