UK boy's name
Trei
A variant spelling of the feminine English name Tracy, meaning "of the Thracian people.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Trei is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Trei popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3908, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 4 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1997 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Trei. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Trei ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 4 boys were registered as Trei.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Trei as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3908
2015
Births in 2015
4
Latest year
Peak year
1997
4 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Trei mean?
The given name Trei is believed to have its origins in the Romanian language, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Latin word "tres," meaning "three." In Romanian culture, the number three held significant symbolic meaning, often associated with concepts of balance, harmony, and completeness.
One of the earliest known references to the name Trei can be found in a 14th-century manuscript from the Principality of Wallachia, which was part of the historical Romanian territories. The manuscript, a chronicle of local events, mentions a nobleman named Trei Mihai, who played a role in the political affairs of the region during that time.
Throughout the centuries, the name Trei has been borne by several notable figures in Romanian history. In the 16th century, Trei Brancoveanu was a prominent scholar and diplomat who served as an envoy to the Ottoman Empire, representing the interests of the principalities of Wallachia and Moldavia.
During the 19th century, Trei Eminescu was a renowned Romanian poet, often regarded as the nation's most influential literary figure. His works, such as "Evening Star" and "Lacul," are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and profound philosophical themes. Trei Eminescu was born in 1850 and passed away in 1889.
In the realm of politics, Trei Cuza played a pivotal role in the unification of the Romanian principalities of Wallachia and Moldavia in 1859. He served as the first Ruling Prince of the United Principalities, paving the way for the eventual formation of the modern Romanian state. Trei Cuza was born in 1820 and died in 1873.
Another notable figure bearing the name Trei was Trei Antonescu, a Romanian military officer and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Romania during World War II. While his wartime policies and allegiance with the Axis powers remain controversial, he is remembered as a significant figure in Romania's 20th-century history. Trei Antonescu was born in 1882 and executed in 1946.
These are just a few examples of prominent individuals throughout history who carried the name Trei, reflecting its enduring presence within Romanian culture and society over the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Trei over time
The chart below shows babies named Trei registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Trei, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Trei by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Trei was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3908 | 4 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3344 | 6 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2640 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Trei
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Trei: questions and answers
How popular is the name Trei in the UK right now?
In 2015, Trei was ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Trei most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 4 babies registered as Trei in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Trei?
A variant spelling of the feminine English name Tracy, meaning "of the Thracian people.".
How many people are called Trei in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Trei across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.