Raylan vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Raylan Rank #717
Houston Rank #704

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raylan or Houston more popular?

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Raylan and Houston mean?

Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Raylan and Houston boy or girl names?

Raylan is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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