Mac vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mac

Boy #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

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Mac Rank #696

Ray Rank #777

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Mac or Ray more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Mac and Ray mean?

Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Mac and Ray boy or girl names?

Mac is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.