Raye
Meaning of Raye
The name Raye is a female name with English and French origins. In English, it is pronounced as RAY (/reɪ/), while in French, it is pronounced as ray (/rɛj/). The name has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least 1889, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been given to an average of 13-18 newborns per year. While not extremely common, Raye has a long history of usage and can be a unique choice for parents looking for a name with both English and French flair.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as RAY (/reɪ/)
French
- Pronunced as ray (/rɛj/)
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Notable People Named Raye
| Raye Jean Montague was an American naval engineer known for creating the first computer-generated rough draft of a U.S. naval ship and being the first female program manager of ships in the United States Navy. |
| Raye Hartmann is a retired Canadian football defensive back who played for the Edmonton Eskimos and the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the CFL. |
