Ray vs Reese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #621 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness"

Origin: Welsh

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Ray Rank #777

Reese Rank #621

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Ray or Reese more popular?

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Reese mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Ray and Reese boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.