Boys name · New York
Ray in New York
Ray was the 760th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 19 babies named Ray that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 6,237 babies Ray.
Popularity over time
Ray in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 15 | 133rd |
| 1926 | 81 | 136th |
| 1943 | 91 | 132nd |
| 1959 | 129 | 179th |
| 1976 | 32 | 355th |
| 1992 | 39 | 403rd |
| 2009 | 27 | 576th |
| 2025 | 19 | 760th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 133rd in 1910 to 760th in 2025.
The most babies named Ray in New York in a single year was 129, in 1959. Its best showing was 113th among boys names in 1933.
Across the country, Ray reached its best rank of 12th in Idaho (1911). See Ray in every state →
How popular is Ray in New York?
Ray was the 760th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 19 babies named Ray that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 6,237 babies Ray.
How many babies are named Ray in New York?
In 2025, 19 babies were named Ray in New York. The most babies named Ray in New York in a single year was 129, in 1959.
What is the rank of Ray in New York?
Ray ranked 760th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 113th among boys names in 1933.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.