Ray vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

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Ray Rank #777

Raul Rank #610

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Raul more popular?

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Raul mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Ray and Raul boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.