Kyren vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyren

Boy #814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark, dark-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Kyren Rank #814

Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #814 for Kyren.

Is Kyren or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Kyren at #814 in the United States.

What do Kyren and Ray mean?

Kyren means "dark, dark-haired" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Kyren and Ray boy or girl names?

Kyren is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.