Harry vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English British American Welsh

24 High Risk

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

✓ All Clear

Harry Rank #780

Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #780 for Harry.

Is Harry or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Ray mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Harry and Ray boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.