Ray vs Aspen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #963 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"aspen tree, quaking poplar"

Origin: Old English

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Ray Rank #777

Aspen Rank #963

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #963 for Aspen.

Is Ray or Aspen more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Aspen at #963 in the United States.

What do Ray and Aspen mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Aspen means "aspen tree, quaking poplar" (Old English origin).

Are Ray and Aspen boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Aspen is primarily a boy name.