Ray vs Brodie

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

Brodie

Boy #966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic brothach

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#966
Total SSA Count
233
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Brodie Rank #966

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #966 for Brodie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Brodie more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Brodie at #966 in the United States.

What do Ray and Brodie mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Brodie means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic brothach origin).

Are Ray and Brodie boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Brodie is primarily a boy name.

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