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Kolby vs Gray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kolby

Boy #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,272
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kolby Rank #1,272
Gray Rank #1,342

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 vs #1342 for Gray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kolby or Gray more popular?

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 compared to Gray at #1342 in the United States.

What do Kolby and Gray mean?

Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Kolby and Gray boy or girl names?

Kolby is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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