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Cason vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#777
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cason Rank #859
Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #859 for Cason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Cason at #859 in the United States.

What do Cason and Ray mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Cason and Ray boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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