Meaning & Story
A variant of Ray or Rae, from the Old French raye and ultimately Latin radius, meaning beam of light or radiance.
Raye is a feminine spin on the classic Ray — luminous, warm, and quietly poetic. It carries the imagery of sunlight breaking through clouds, making it an uplifting name for a pet who genuinely brightens every day. The added E at the end softens the sound and gives it a distinctly feminine energy without being overly delicate. For a female dog or cat, Raye suits a personality that is sunny, open-hearted, and impossible to feel gloomy around. The name is short enough to be practical but distinctive enough to stand out.