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Rex

Pronunciation: REHKS (key)
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Origin of the name Rex:

19th-century coinage derived from the Latin rex (king).

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my sons name is Rex. Its is a strong and quirky/classic name.
People always think it stands out.

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My brother is Rex, he loves his name, and loves just about everything about life.

Nicknames for Rex: | Edit

Rexy, T Rex.

Meanings and history of the name Rex: | Edit

Latin meaning "king"

Famous real-life people named Rex: | Edit

Rex Harrison, Actor
Rex Ryan, NFL Coach for the NY Jets
Rex Grossman, NFL Quarterback for the Washington Redskins

Rex in song, story & screen: | Edit

Rex, the sheepdog from the film Babe.
Rex Van de Kamp, fictional character in the TV series Desperate Housewives.
Rex Morgan, M.D., titular character of the comic strip of the same name.
Rex Matheson, fictional character, portrayed by Mekhi Phifer, in the TV series Torchwood.
Rex Salazar, the main character in the TV show Generator Rex

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