Find out how popular the first name Trey has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Trey by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Trey is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Trey being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 368 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Trey.

The history of the first name Trey

The name Trey has its origins in the French language, where it was originally a diminutive form of the name André or Andrew. Derived from the Old French word "treis" meaning "three," it was traditionally used as a way to distinguish between the third son or child in a family.

In medieval France, the practice of using numerical names or nicknames to differentiate between siblings with the same first name was quite common among the nobility and upper classes. Trey, along with variants like Tiers and Troisième, became a popular way to refer to the third son or child.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Trey can be found in the 13th century French epic poem "The Song of Roland," where a character named Trey is mentioned as one of Charlemagne's knights. While this may have been a fictional character, it suggests that the name was in use during that time period.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals bearing the name Trey. One of the earliest was Trey of Anjou (1151-1206), a French nobleman and military leader who fought in the Third Crusade alongside Richard the Lionheart and Philip II of France.

Another historical figure was Trey de Montfort (1208-1265), a French nobleman and leader of the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars in southern France. He played a significant role in the conflict and was eventually killed in battle.

In the 16th century, Trey de la Bourdaisière (1519-1569) was a French diplomat and military commander who served under King Henry II and Catherine de' Medici. He was involved in various military campaigns and diplomatic missions throughout Europe.

In more recent times, Trey Anastasio (born 1964) is an American musician and composer, best known as the co-founder and lead singer of the rock band Phish. He has had a successful career in the music industry and is widely recognized for his songwriting and guitar skills.

Another notable figure is Trey Gowdy (born 1964), an American lawyer, politician, and former federal prosecutor who served as a U.S. Representative from South Carolina from 2011 to 2019. He gained national attention for his role in various congressional investigations and hearings.

While the name Trey has French origins, it has gained popularity and usage in other cultures and languages over time, particularly in English-speaking countries. However, its historical roots can be traced back to medieval France and the practice of using numerical names within families.

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