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Bray vs Tom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bray

Boy #2,828 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, marshland"

Origin: Old French/English

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,828
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Tom

Boy #2,829 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"twin"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,829
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bray Rank #2,828
Tom Rank #2,829

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 vs #2829 for Tom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Tom more popular?

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 compared to Tom at #2829 in the United States.

What do Bray and Tom mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin).

Are Bray and Tom boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Tom is primarily a boy name.

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