Declining since 2019.
Popularity of Shray since 1996
Babies named Shray per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Shray is a modern Sanskrit-derived name that entered U.S. naming records in 1996, reflecting the growing appreciation for Indian heritage in immigrant communities. Its peak year was 2018, after which it began a gentle decline, with its trajectory marking a steady fall since 2019. The name remains rare, ranking outside of the top 1000 names, and has not been associated with any top states, suggesting a scattered but loyal use among families seeking a short, meaningful name with spiritual resonance. Shray joins a wave of concise Sanskrit names that appeal to parents valuing both tradition and modernity, though its rarity keeps it a distinctive choice.
Shray derives from the Sanskrit root √śri, meaning 'to go, approach, resort to, or take refuge'. In Hindu tradition, it is often linked to the concept of surrender (śaraṇa) to a higher power. The name has been used in India for decades, particularly in Bengali and Hindi-speaking regions, and gained modest traction in the United States from the 1990s onward.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Shrai, Shre
Sibling names for Shray
Names that share Shray's style, for a brother or sister.
