Ray vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Ray Rank #777

Alden Rank #577

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Alden more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Alden mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Ray and Alden boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.