boy

Cray

"Bold from the stream"

KRAY

Origin

Welsh (European)

Syllables

Zodiac

Scorpio

Trend

Steady

At a glance

Cray is a name often given to boys. Ranked #8920 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Welsh (European) origin and traditionally means "Bold from the stream". It has 1 syllable.

The Story of Cray

Cray has Welsh origins tied to streams. It feels modern yet rooted. Great for active boys.

Popularity

Currently ranked #8920 on the Baby Billboard Charts.

Numerology Profile

2Life Path

Diplomatic.

1Soul Urge

Leader.

9Personality

Generous.

8Expression

Powerful.

Zodiac & Astrology

Scorpio

Water

Ruled by Pluto

Fits intensity.

Strengths

Passionate

Compatible Signs

Pisces

Lucky Numbers

Lucky Colors

Black

Best Career Paths

Detective

Name Energy & Vibe

Sharp and intense.

Color Aura

Slate

Element

Water

Season

Autumn

Gemstone

Obsidian

Spirit Animal

Wolf

Power Word

Bold

Energy Type

Water × Autumn

Personality & Traits

Bold

Takes risks.

Famous People Named Cray

Cray Thomas

Inventor

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Cray in Pop Culture

Cray

Comic

Historical Events

1100

Welsh legend.

International Variations

CraiWelsh

Cray in Different Scripts

Крей

Cyrillic

Nicknames & Short Forms

Ray

Middle Name Suggestions

Beautiful middle name pairings with Cray:

Cray Evan

Cray Rhys

Cray Owen

Cray Bryn

Cray Gwyn

Similar Sounding Names

Gray

Clay

Craig

Fun Facts & Trivia

Stream origin.

Name Compatibility

Names that pair beautifully with Cray as partners:

Cray&Gwen

Cray&Rhian

Cray&Seren

Sibling Name Suggestions

Names that pair beautifully with Cray:

Bryn

Rhys

Owen

Evan

Gareth

Dylan

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Pronunciation

KRAY

Quick Facts

First LetterC

Genderboy

Syllables1

OriginWelsh (European)

Rank#8920

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