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Ray vs Kyree

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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Kyree

Boy #803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Lord have mercy (liturgical)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#803
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Kyree Rank #803

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #803 for Kyree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Kyree more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Kyree at #803 in the United States.

What do Ray and Kyree mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Kyree means "Lord have mercy (liturgical)" (Greek origin).

Are Ray and Kyree boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Kyree is primarily a boy name.

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