Trey
Trey is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Three; third-born child or third generation.
Origin and history
Trey is an English name originally derived from the Middle English and Anglo-Norman French word for 'three', historically given to a third-born child or a third-generation namesake (the III). It gained popularity as an independent given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It remains a recognizable and steady choice for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
40,476 babies in the United States have been named Trey since 1880. It ranks #569 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #695.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.6 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- FL (5.1 %)
- CA (4.5 %)
- LA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 154 |
| 1960-1970 | 727 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,099 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,394 |
| 1990-2000 | 12,618 |
| 2000-2010 | 13,890 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,413 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,175 |
Famous people named Trey
- Trey Songz: Singer, Songwriter
- Trey Gowdy: Politician, Lawyer
- Trey Parker: Animator, Writer
Fun facts
- Trey originally arose as a nickname for men who were the third generation to share a family name, carrying the suffix 'III'.
- The word Trey comes from Old French 'treis', meaning three, which was also used for the three-spot card or die in gaming.