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Current rank (2025)#2765
Babies named Bray in 202546
Total recorded803
Peak year2024 (46 babies)
Highest rank ever#2765
Years in records1970–2025 (45 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 11415 spots

Frequently asked about Bray

What does the name Bray mean?
Bray means “Beam of light or wise protector” from Old English/Old French roots.
What is the origin of the name Bray?
Bray has Old English/Old French origin. The traditional meaning is “Beam of light or wise protector”.
How popular is Bray?
Bray ranked #2765 in 2025 — given to 46 babies that year.
When was Bray most popular?
Bray peaked in 2024 with 46 babies registered that year.
Is Bray a boy or girl name?
Bray is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Brays in registered births are male.
Is the name Bray rising or falling in popularity?
Bray has risen 11415 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #14180 in 2020 to #2765 in 2025.
How long has Bray been recorded?
Bray appears in birth records across 45 years — from 1970 through 2025.

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