Ray Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ray Name at a Glance

Name	Ray
Meaning	Grace.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ray Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ray means “Grace”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ray Name Origin

Our database records Ray under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ray a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ray is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ray

When considering Ray for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.