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Kellan vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#919
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#777
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kellan Rank #919
Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #919 for Kellan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellan or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Kellan at #919 in the United States.

What do Kellan and Ray mean?

Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Kellan and Ray boy or girl names?

Kellan is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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