Ray vs Clyde

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

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Ray Rank #777

Clyde Rank #728

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Clyde more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Clyde mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Ray and Clyde boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.