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Damari vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damari

Boy #938 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gentle, tamed"

Origin: Greek/Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African-American Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#938
Total SSA Count
246
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

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

Damari Rank #938
Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #938 for Damari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damari or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Damari at #938 in the United States.

What do Damari and Ray mean?

Damari means "gentle, tamed" (Greek/Hebrew origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Damari and Ray boy or girl names?

Damari is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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