Trace vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

American English Southern American

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

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Trace Rank #705

Ray Rank #777

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Trace or Ray more popular?

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Trace and Ray mean?

Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Trace and Ray boy or girl names?

Trace is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.