Dray is of American origin, derived from the occupational surname meaning 'cartwright' or 'wagon maker'. It is a unique and strong-sounding name, often associated with robust and resilient individuals. In recent years, it has gained popularity as a given name, particularly for boys.
The name Dray experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the late 80s and early 90s, notably reaching its highest point in 1990 with 16 births. However, it has since become less common, with fewer than 10 births per year from 2003 onwards.