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From the Old French rey, meaning king, Reyes was often bestowed as a nickname for a man who carried himself in a regal, or kingly, fashion. Alternative meanings include "one who plays the part of a king in a pageant" or "someone who works in the king's house."
Reyes is the 19th most popular Hispanic surname, and the 81st most popular surname in the United States.