Cray
Pronunciation: [ kr-AY ]
Cray is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,326 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cray first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 111 babies have been named Cray in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cray is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,326 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,326
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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