Ray

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Ray means "wise protector" or "advice".
Pronunciation
RAY
Ray is pronounced as "RAY".
Popularity
Ray is a popular name in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It is not as common in European countries.

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Ray Name meanings & History

The name Ray means "wise protector" or "advice". Short form of Raymond, often used as an independent name. It coincides with an English word meaning "beam of light". Science-fiction author Ray Bradbury (1920-2012) and musician Ray Charles (1930-2004) are two notable bearers of the name. Ray is used as a given name for boys and girls alike. It is commonly used for its simplicity and classic feel.

Zodiac Sign of Ray: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Ray:

R: Restless,Reason,Resourceful,Rational

A: Ambitious,Assertive,Action,Argumentative,Aggressive,Angry

Y: Yen/money,Youth-giving,Yin/Yang

Ray is:

  • a Common name
  • a Informal name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Ray include American singer-songwriter Ray Charles, American actor Ray Liotta, and British musician Ray Davies.

2.) Ray (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) royal; king

Other Forms: Rae, Raye, Rayray


3.) RAY (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Originally a short form of Raymond (wise protection), Rayner (warrior of judgment), and Reynard (strong judgment), Ray is also bestowed as an independent given name. See RAYMOND, RAYNER, and REYNARD. (RAY)


4.) RAY (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Originally a short form of Raymond (wise protection), Ray is also bestowed as an independent given name. Var: Raye. (RAY)


5.) Ray (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: (French) kingly, royal. (English) a short form of Rayburn, Raymond. See also Lei.

Other Forms: Rae, Rai, Raie, Raye


6.) Ray (Male)

Usage: German

Meanings: Decision protector

Other Forms: Rae, Rai, Raye


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