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Randal vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Girl #4,924 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"beam of light"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,924
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Randal Rank #23,234
Ray Rank #4,924

Ray is more popular, ranked #4924 vs #23234 for Randal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Randal or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #4924 compared to Randal at #23234 in the United States.

What do Randal and Ray mean?

Ray means "beam of light" (Old French origin).

Are Randal and Ray boy or girl names?

Randal is primarily a girl name. Ray is primarily a girl name.

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