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Uriah vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Uriah

Boy #655 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#655
Total SSA Count
421
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Uriah Rank #655
Ray Rank #777

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Ray more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Ray mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Uriah and Ray boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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