Gatlin vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Gatlin Rank #891
Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #891 for Gatlin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gatlin ___

  • Gatlin James
  • Gatlin Reed
  • Gatlin Cole
  • Gatlin Hayes
  • Gatlin Lee
  • Gatlin Wayne

Ray ___

  • Ray Charles
  • Ray William
  • Ray Allen
  • Ray James
  • Ray Thomas
  • Ray Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gatlin or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Gatlin at #891 in the United States.

What do Gatlin and Ray mean?

Gatlin means "companion, fellow traveler" (Old English origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Gatlin and Ray boy or girl names?

Gatlin is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.

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