Ray
girl name#6116 in 2025Ray entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #378 in 1890, ranks #6116 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#6116
rank today
#378
peak (1890)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #490 |
| 1890s | #472 |
| 1900s | #581 |
| 1910s | #580 |
| 1920s | #683 |
| 1930s | #862 |
| 1940s | #1270 |
| 1950s | #1548 |
| 1960s | #2337 |
| 1970s | #3507 |
| 1980s | #6432 |
| 1990s | #9131 |
| 2000s | #13576 |
| 2010s | #8984 |
| 2020s | #5146 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ray has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Ray are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ray alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ray in 2025?
- Ray ranks #6116 among US girl names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ray most popular?
- Ray peaked in 1890, reaching #378 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ray with classmates?
- Ray will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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