Ray vs Khai

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
Khai Rank #949

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #949 for Khai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Khai more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Khai at #949 in the United States.

What do Ray and Khai mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin).

Are Ray and Khai boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Khai is primarily a boy name.

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