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Keaton vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keaton

Boy #844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place of hawks, kite's settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#844
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keaton Rank #844
Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #844 for Keaton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keaton or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Keaton at #844 in the United States.

What do Keaton and Ray mean?

Keaton means "place of hawks, kite's settlement" (Old English origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Keaton and Ray boy or girl names?

Keaton is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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