Rayon

Rayon is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. In French, 'rayon' means 'ray' or 'beam' (as in a ray of sunshine), giving the name a bright, positive connotation. It's also the French word for 'shelf' or 'department' in retail. In English, rayon is a type of textile fiber, which lends the name a modern, material quality. While uncommon as a first name in most Western countries, Rayon has seen occasional usage in French-speaking regions and Caribbean communities. The name's bright imagery and contemporary sound appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. With its short, two-syllable structure, Rayon is easily pronounced across different languages while maintaining its unique character.

Rayon is also given to girls.

Pronounced RAY-ahn.

As of October 2026, Rayon ranked #11698 for boys in US births in 2025 and #16982 for girls in US births in 2000 SSA, peaked at #3610 for boys in 1986 and #13731 for girls in 1998.