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Cayson vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cayson Rank #764
Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #764 for Cayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayson or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Cayson at #764 in the United States.

What do Cayson and Raylan mean?

Cayson means "healer (via Jason)" (Greek origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Cayson and Raylan boy or girl names?

Cayson is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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