Ray vs Rayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #757 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"thunder and lightning"

Origin: Japanese

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Ray Rank #777

Rayden Rank #757

Rayden is more popular, ranked #757 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Rayden more popular?

Rayden is more popular, ranked #757 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Rayden mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Rayden means "thunder and lightning" (Japanese origin).

Are Ray and Rayden boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Rayden is primarily a boy name.