Molly vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Molly

Girl #208 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#208
Total SSA Count
1,465
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mol, Mols

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Molly Rank #208
Raya Rank #363

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 vs #363 for Raya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Molly ___

  • Molly Grace
  • Molly Rose
  • Molly Kate
  • Molly Ann
  • Molly Jane
  • Molly Beth

Raya ___

  • Raya Luna
  • Raya Marie
  • Raya Grace
  • Raya Jade
  • Raya Skye
  • Raya Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Molly

Maggie Nora Bridget Finn Declan

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Molly or Raya more popular?

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Raya at #363 in the United States.

What do Molly and Raya mean?

Molly means "star of the sea" (Hebrew via Latin origin). Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Molly and Raya boy or girl names?

Molly is primarily a girl name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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