Ray vs Crue

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

Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Crue Rank #631

Crue is more popular, ranked #631 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Crue more popular?

Crue is more popular, ranked #631 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Crue mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Crue means "increase, growth" (Old French origin).

Are Ray and Crue boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Crue is primarily a boy name.

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