MallowbyNames

Traye

TRAY · of uncertain origin; likely a modern invention based on the sound or spelling of names like Trey or Bray.

Peak popularity
1993
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Traye since 1982

Babies named Traye per year in U.S. Social Security records.

510151990200020102020Most births 1993Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s17
1990s56
2000s13
2010s17
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Traye is a modern, invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982. Despite decades of occasional use, it has never reached widespread popularity. Its peak year was 1993, when it was given to a small number of newborns. The name has shown a stable trajectory since then, with no significant resurgence. Traye is an example of the creative, sound-driven naming style that became more common in the late 20th century. Its top states of use are not available due to low frequency.

Traye appears to be a modern, coined name, first recorded in the United States in 1982. It may have been inspired by the word 'tray' or created as a phonetic variant of the name Trey, which itself derives from the English word for 'three.' Its usage has been rare and sporadic, with a peak in 1993.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Tray

Sibling names for Traye

Names that share Traye's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Brynn, Kaye, Rae, Shae, Tate

Brothers: Bray, Cade, Jace, Kade, Zane

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Questions parents ask

What does Traye mean?
Traye is of uncertain origin and likely a modern invention. It does not have a traditional meaning.
How popular is Traye?
Traye is an extremely rare name. It has not ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names; its peak year was 1993.
Is Traye a boy or girl name?
Traye is used almost exclusively for boys.