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Davis 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

Davis Rank #646
Raylan Rank #717

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Raylan more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Davis and Raylan mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Davis and Raylan boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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