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Bellamy vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bellamy

Boy #691 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beautiful friend, fair friend"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#691
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bellamy Rank #691
Ray Rank #777

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellamy or Ray more popular?

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Bellamy and Ray mean?

Bellamy means "beautiful friend, fair friend" (Old French origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Bellamy and Ray boy or girl names?

Bellamy is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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