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Ray vs Bellamy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#777
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bellamy

Boy #691 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beautiful friend, fair friend"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#691
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Bellamy Rank #691

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Bellamy more popular?

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Bellamy mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Bellamy means "beautiful friend, fair friend" (Old French origin).

Are Ray and Bellamy boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Bellamy is primarily a boy name.

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