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Amos vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amos

Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#699
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amos Rank #699
Ray Rank #777

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amos or Ray more popular?

Amos is more popular, ranked #699 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Amos and Ray mean?

Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Amos and Ray boy or girl names?

Amos is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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