Tray Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tray is an English name that means 'tray' and is derived from its use as a common word in the language. It has evolved from simple usage to become a modern name in its own right. The name is often associated with a youthful and trendy image, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it gained prominence in the late 20th century.
The name Tray is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tray has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tray' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4541st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2567th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1780th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3354th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8004th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tray' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tray"
Pronunciation
/treɪ/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Tray is derived from the word 'tray', which refers to a flat receptacle for carrying or displaying items. It may also be a diminutive form of names like Trayvon.
Meaning
tray
Language Evolution
Tray, Trayvon
Historical Usage
The name Tray gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, often used as a modern or trendy name.
Variants & Derivatives
Trayvon, Trey
Modern Popularity & Image
Tray is perceived as a modern and informal name, often associated with a youthful and trendy image.
Famous People
Trayvon Martin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tray"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tray"
"Tray" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4541st of 7552 | 47 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2567th of 10718 | 232 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1780th of 16616 | 662 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3354th of 24088 | 466 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8004th of 23106 | 112 |
Regional Popularity of "Tray" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
40.79% 1435th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
- |
25.88% 1344th/5194 |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
- |
48.13% 3520th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Tray" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tray"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tray" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.