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Gunner vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gunner

Boy #520 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold warrior"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Norwegian Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#520
Total SSA Count
587
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gunner Rank #520
Raylan Rank #717

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunner or Raylan more popular?

Gunner is more popular, ranked #520 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Gunner and Raylan mean?

Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Gunner and Raylan boy or girl names?

Gunner is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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