Ray vs Chandler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

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Boy #739 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"candle maker or seller"

Origin: Old French

English American French

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Ray Rank #777

Chandler Rank #739

Chandler is more popular, ranked #739 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Chandler more popular?

Chandler is more popular, ranked #739 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Chandler mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Chandler means "candle maker or seller" (Old French origin).

Are Ray and Chandler boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Chandler is primarily a boy name.