Zeke vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zeke

Boy #732 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Zeke Rank #732
Ray Rank #777

Zeke is more popular, ranked #732 vs #777 for Ray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zeke or Ray more popular?

Zeke is more popular, ranked #732 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Zeke and Ray mean?

Zeke means "strength of God" (Hebrew origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Zeke and Ray boy or girl names?

Zeke is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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