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Ray vs Juan

Comparing Ray and Juan? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Ray ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Germanic naming roots (meaning "Counsel protector"). Juan sits in the Top 500 tier with Spanish origins (meaning "God is gracious").

Ray

  • Meaning: Counsel protector
  • Origin: Germanic
  • Popularity (2026): Top 500
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Juan

Which name is more popular: Ray or Juan?

In our 2026 popularity tracker, Ray ranks higher (Top 500) than Juan (Top 500).