Bray vs Elan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bray

Boy #2,828 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, marshland"

Origin: Old French/English

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,828
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bray Rank #2,828
Elan Rank #2,632

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 vs #2828 for Bray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bray ___

  • Bray James
  • Bray Thomas
  • Bray Lee
  • Bray Alexander
  • Bray Elliott
  • Bray Owen

Elan ___

  • Elan David
  • Elan Samuel
  • Elan Michael
  • Elan Joseph
  • Elan Noah
  • Elan Aaron

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bray

Grey Finn Quinn Blake Sloane

If you choose Elan

Oren Liron Noa Tal Aviva

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Elan more popular?

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 compared to Bray at #2828 in the United States.

What do Bray and Elan mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Elan means "tree, oak tree" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bray and Elan boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Elan is primarily a boy name.

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