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Jed vs Raylen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jed

Boy #1,993 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"friend of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,993
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jed Rank #1,993
Raylen Rank #1,808

Raylen is more popular, ranked #1808 vs #1993 for Jed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jed or Raylen more popular?

Raylen is more popular, ranked #1808 compared to Jed at #1993 in the United States.

What do Jed and Raylen mean?

Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Raylen means "wise protector from the valley" (Germanic/English origin).

Are Jed and Raylen boy or girl names?

Jed is primarily a boy name. Raylen is primarily a boy name.

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