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Jon vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jon Rank #893
Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #893 for Jon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Jon and Raylan mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Jon and Raylan boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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