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Cayson vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Cayson Rank #764
Ray Rank #777

Cayson is more popular, ranked #764 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayson or Ray more popular?

Cayson is more popular, ranked #764 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Cayson and Ray mean?

Cayson means "healer (via Jason)" (Greek origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Cayson and Ray boy or girl names?

Cayson is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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