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Ray vs Jamie

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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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Jamie Rank #625

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Jamie more popular?

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Jamie mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Jamie means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ray and Jamie boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Jamie is primarily a boy name.

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