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Ray vs Sincere

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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Sincere

Boy #605 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"genuine, honest, without deceit"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#605
Total SSA Count
471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Sincere Rank #605

Sincere is more popular, ranked #605 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Sincere more popular?

Sincere is more popular, ranked #605 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Sincere mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Sincere means "genuine, honest, without deceit" (Latin origin).

Are Ray and Sincere boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Sincere is primarily a boy name.

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