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Ray vs Reyes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#777
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Reyes

Boy #3,548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"kings, monarchs"

Origin: Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Mexican Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,548
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Reyes Rank #3,548

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #3548 for Reyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Reyes more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Reyes at #3548 in the United States.

What do Ray and Reyes mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Reyes means "kings, monarchs" (Spanish origin).

Are Ray and Reyes boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Reyes is primarily a boy name.

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