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Rush vs Gray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rush Rank #1,496
Gray Rank #1,342

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Gray more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Rush and Gray mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Rush and Gray boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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