Rae vs Tori

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rae

Girl #1,260 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew (via Rachel)

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,260
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Rae Rank #1,260
Tori Rank #1,406

Rae is more popular, ranked #1260 vs #1406 for Tori.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rae ___

  • Rae Ellen
  • Rae Marie
  • Rae Louise
  • Rae Elizabeth
  • Rae Ann
  • Rae Christine

Tori ___

  • Tori Lynn
  • Tori Anne
  • Tori Marie
  • Tori Belle
  • Tori Rose
  • Tori Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Rae

Leo June Mae Beau Nora

If you choose Tori

Cali Remi Dani Lori Bree

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rae or Tori more popular?

Rae is more popular, ranked #1260 compared to Tori at #1406 in the United States.

What do Rae and Tori mean?

Rae means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew (via Rachel) origin). Tori means "bird" (Japanese origin).

Are Rae and Tori boy or girl names?

Rae is primarily a girl name. Tori is primarily a girl name.

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