Fray

Pronunciation: [ fr-AY ]

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Boy Name #41,273 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Fray is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced fr-AY.

Parents who love the name Fray often also consider Aerion, Rishikesh, Dakwan .

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Historical Record

Fray first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.

Over 11 babies have been named Fray in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Fray is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,273 for boy names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#41,273
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fray

Is Fray a boy or girl name?
Fray is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Fray?
Fray is pronounced fr-AY.
How popular is the name Fray?
Fray is currently ranked #41273 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Fray a common or rare name?
Fray is an uncommon name, ranked #41273 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Fray?
Fray pairs well with Aerion, Rishikesh, Dakwan, Marquille in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Fray?
Related spellings include Francisco, Franklin, Francis, Frank.

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About the Name Fray

Fray is a boy name .

Fray is currently ranked #41,273 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Fray include Francisco, Franklin, Francis, Frank, Franco . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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