gender neutral
Ray
counsel, protection
About Ray
Ray exemplifies elegant simplicity at its finest. This concise name delivers remarkable impact in just one syllable, demonstrating that true distinction often comes through clarity rather than complexity.
Ray offers versatility few names can match, complementing any middle name combination while creating balanced harmony with most family surnames.
The straightforward spelling eliminates the frustration of constant corrections, while the clear pronunciation ensures your daughter won't spend her life repeating or explaining her name.
Ray possesses a quiet confidence that serves well across diverse contexts, from artistic circles to corporate environments.
This name carries an inherent brightness that subtly influences perception without determining character.
Ray provides your daughter with a foundation of understated distinction—recognizable yet refreshingly uncommon in today's naming landscape.
Popularity of the Name Ray
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #668 | |
| 1881 | #533 | |
| 1882 | #488 | |
| 1883 | #644 | |
| 1884 | #437 | |
| 1885 | #425 | |
| 1886 | #490 | |
| 1887 | #487 | |
| 1888 | #467 | |
| 1889 | #451 | |
| 1890 | #381 | |
| 1891 | #421 | |
| 1892 | #439 | |
| 1893 | #453 | |
| 1894 | #444 | |
| 1895 | #573 | |
| 1896 | #503 | |
| 1897 | #446 | |
| 1898 | #585 | |
| 1899 | #523 | |
| 1900 | #601 | |
| 1901 | #820 | |
| 1902 | #508 | |
| 1903 | #563 | |
| 1904 | #639 | |
| 1905 | #527 | |
| 1906 | #525 | |
| 1907 | #612 | |
| 1908 | #573 | |
| 1909 | #540 | |
| 1910 | #547 | |
| 1911 | #527 | |
| 1912 | #646 | |
| 1913 | #633 | |
| 1914 | #538 | |
| 1915 | #581 | |
| 1916 | #585 | |
| 1917 | #594 | |
| 1918 | #558 | |
| 1919 | #624 | |
| 1920 | #606 | |
| 1921 | #644 | |
| 1922 | #748 | #192 |
| 1923 | #681 | |
| 1924 | #673 | |
| 1925 | #751 | |
| 1926 | #661 | |
| 1927 | #703 | |
| 1928 | #730 | |
| 1929 | #649 | |
| 1930 | #682 | |
| 1931 | #742 | |
| 1932 | #806 | |
| 1933 | #812 | |
| 1934 | #827 | |
| 1935 | #791 | |
| 1936 | #851 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand
Variations of Name Ray
Names Similar to Ray
Nicknames for Ray
- Rae
- Rara
- Rayray
