Dennis vs Raylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#708
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Denny, Den

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Raylan

Boy #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#717
Total SSA Count
368
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ray

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Popularity Comparison

Dennis Rank #708
Raylan Rank #717

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 vs #717 for Raylan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dennis ___

  • Dennis James
  • Dennis Michael
  • Dennis Paul
  • Dennis Lee
  • Dennis Ray
  • Dennis Alan

Raylan ___

  • Raylan James
  • Raylan Cole
  • Raylan Scott
  • Raylan Dale
  • Raylan Wayne
  • Raylan Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dennis

Kevin Patrick Karen Sharon Gary

If you choose Raylan

Waylon Wyatt Sawyer Ember Lena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Raylan more popular?

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Raylan mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Dennis and Raylan boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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