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Harry vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Raylan mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Harry and Raylan boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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