Cray
boy nameCray entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #3640 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#3640
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3640 |
| 1980s | #7166 |
| 1990s | #7447 |
| 2000s | #9958 |
| 2010s | #10499 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Cray are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cray alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cray in 2025?
- Cray is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cray most popular?
- Cray peaked in 1962, reaching #3640 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cray with classmates?
- Cray will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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