Bray vs Reason

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
Reason Rank #3,007

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 vs #3007 for Reason.

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

Reason ___

  • Reason Cole
  • Reason James
  • Reason Elliott
  • Reason Grant
  • Reason Owen
  • Reason Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Reason more popular?

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 compared to Reason at #3007 in the United States.

What do Bray and Reason mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Reason means "rational thought, good judgment" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Bray and Reason boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Reason is primarily a boy name.

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