Bray is a unisex given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish word 'Brath' which means 'strength' or 'spear'. It is pronounced /braɪ/ and its popularity has fluctuated over time. Bray gained prominence as a male name in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage for boys. Conversely, it has seen an increase in usage for girls since the late 1980s. As of recent records, Bray is considered somewhat rare, appearing more often among females than males. It is not ranked among the top 1000 names in many countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom.
The number of babies named Bray has fluctuated over the years, with peak years being 2016 and 2019, each having 9 births. The most recent year, 2022, also saw a notable increase with 8 births. The total number of children born with this name since 1997 is 56.