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Ray vs Ferrin

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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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Ferrin more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Ray and Ferrin mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ray and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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