Raye
boy nameRaye entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1943 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1943
peak (1948)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3510 |
| 1920s | #3619 |
| 1930s | #3139 |
| 1940s | #2750 |
| 1950s | #3108 |
| 1960s | #3277 |
| 1970s | #4752 |
| 1980s | #5619 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Raye are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Raye alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Raye in 2025?
- Raye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Raye most popular?
- Raye peaked in 1948, reaching #1943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Raye with classmates?
- Raye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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