Ray vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Ray Rank #777

Douglas Rank #855

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #855 for Douglas.

Is Ray or Douglas more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Douglas at #855 in the United States.

What do Ray and Douglas mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ray and Douglas boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.