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Raye

Raye: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

How popular is Raye?

17U.S. babies in 2025
#1171peak rank (1912)
2,603babies since 1880

Since 1880, 2,297 girls and 306 boys in the U.S. have been named Raye (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1171 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #2007 in 1948. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Raye FAQ

How popular is the name Raye?

Since 1880, 2,297 girls and 306 boys in the U.S. have been named Raye (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1171 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #2007 in 1948. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Raye a boy or girl name?

Raye is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,297 girls and 306 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).