Shray

“Yiddish” — Embodies joy and musicality

Yiddish-speaking communities origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8813US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

152All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Shray mean and where does it come from?

Shray is derived from the Yiddish word for 'to sing', making it a culturally rich name often found within Jewish traditions. The name embodies joy and musicality, celebrating the importance of music in Jewish culture. While it may not be widely used, it carries significant cultural weight within Yid

Cultural significance

Shray has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Yiddish-speaking communities-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yiddish.

Peak popularity

Reached #5208 in 2018 — currently #8813 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Shray?

Shray works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Shray Grace

How popular is Shray right now?

Falling — down 1133 spots — currently #8813 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#8813 · Top 6.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8813	9	▼ down 1133 · -18% births
2022	#7680	11	▲ up 1882 · +38% births
2021	#9562	8	▼ down 2320 · -27% births
2020	#7242	11	▲ up 1971 · +38% births
2015	#9213	8	▲ up 2314 · +33% births
2010	#11527	6	▲ up 1024 · +20% births
2005	#12551	5	▼ down 1047
2000	#11504	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Shray

Best Year2020Rank #7242

Peak Count11

Average Rank#9762

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Shray

Shray is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 152 total births recorded, Shray remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11504 in 2000 to #8813 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Shray in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

Shray by decade

Shray peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	17
2000s	52
2010s ★	72
2020s	11

💎Shray has only 152 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Shray?

Common

ShrShrayieShrayy

What names sound and feel like Shray?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Shray also consider these

Shay

Ireland · Irish

Sharay

American · American English

English · To utter words

Wray

American · English

Cray

American · from the marsh

Ashray

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Common questions about the name Shray

What does the name Shray mean?

Shray means "Yiddish" — a name rooted in Yiddish-speaking communities tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Shray?

Shray is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Shray?

Shray originates from Yiddish-speaking communities tradition. Yiddish-speaking communities names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Shray sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Shray flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Shray ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Shray a common or rare name?

Shray is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.