Ray vs Kyren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark, dark-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Ray Rank #777

Kyren Rank #814

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #814 for Kyren.

Is Ray or Kyren more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Kyren at #814 in the United States.

What do Ray and Kyren mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Kyren means "dark, dark-haired" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ray and Kyren boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Kyren is primarily a boy name.