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Glenn vs Gray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Glenn Rank #1,366
Gray Rank #1,342

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1366 for Glenn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Gray more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Glenn at #1366 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Gray mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Glenn and Gray boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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