Ray vs Robin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ray

Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

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24 High Risk

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Ray Rank #777

Robin Rank #809

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #809 for Robin.

Is Ray or Robin more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Robin at #809 in the United States.

What do Ray and Robin mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Ray and Robin boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Robin is primarily a boy name.