Ray vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

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Ray Rank #777

Lance Rank #843

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #843 for Lance.

Is Ray or Lance more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Ray and Lance mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Ray and Lance boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.