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Brock vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brock

Boy #707 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"brook, small stream"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#707
Total SSA Count
378
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brock Rank #707
Ray Rank #777

Brock is more popular, ranked #707 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brock or Ray more popular?

Brock is more popular, ranked #707 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Brock and Ray mean?

Brock means "brook, small stream" (Old English origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Brock and Ray boy or girl names?

Brock is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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