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Ray vs Eiden

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

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Eiden

Boy #807 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fire (from the sun god Aodh)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#807
Total SSA Count
311
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Eiden Rank #807

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #807 for Eiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Eiden more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Eiden at #807 in the United States.

What do Ray and Eiden mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Eiden means "fire (from the sun god Aodh)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ray and Eiden boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Eiden is primarily a boy name.

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