Rory vs Raymond

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #380 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Rory Rank #226

Raymond Rank #380

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #380 for Raymond.

Is Rory or Raymond more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Rory and Raymond mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Rory and Raymond boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.