Boy Name · English Origin
Wray
Wray is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Beam of light". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Wray often also consider Wrenley.
Wray meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beam of light
Origin: English naming roots help connect Wray to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Wray as W·R·A·Y, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Wray is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Wray variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Wraya, Wraye, Wrayy.
- Nicknames: Wray works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Wray with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Wray middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Wrenley, Wrenlee, Wright, Wade, Ward — full picks on the sibling names for Wray guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Wray? Browse our names like Wray guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Wray
What does the name Wray mean?
Wray means "Beam of light" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Wray?
Wray originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Wray?
Wray has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Wray a boy's or girl's name?
Wray is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Wray in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Wray sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Wray?
Names that share Wray's sound and style include Wrenley, Wrenlee, Wright, Wade, Ward.
What middle names pair well with Wray?
Good middle-name fits for Wray pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Wray is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Wray is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Wray?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Wray share its rhythm without rhyming — Wrenley, Wrenlee, Wright all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.