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Heath vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Heath Rank #852
Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heath or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Heath and Raylan mean?

Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Heath and Raylan boy or girl names?

Heath is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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