Ray vs Taylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ray Rank #777
Taylor Rank #353

Taylor is more popular, ranked #353 vs #777 for Ray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ray ___

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

Taylor ___

  • Taylor Grace
  • Taylor Anne
  • Taylor Elizabeth
  • Taylor Marie
  • Taylor Mae
  • Taylor Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ray

June Mae Jack Leo Pearl

If you choose Taylor

Logan Jordan Bailey Avery Mason

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ray or Taylor more popular?

Taylor is more popular, ranked #353 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Ray and Taylor mean?

Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Taylor means "tailor, cloth-cutter" (Old French via English origin).

Are Ray and Taylor boy or girl names?

Ray is primarily a boy name. Taylor is primarily a girl name.

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