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Avi vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avi Rank #846
Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #846 for Avi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Avi and Raylan mean?

Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Avi and Raylan boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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