About Bray
The surname Bray is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "bræg" or "brægga," meaning a steep or precipitous slope. It could have been a topographic name given to someone who lived near such a feature. Alternatively, it may have been a locational name for individuals who hailed from one of the various places named Bray in England. The name could also have originated as a nickname for someone with a lively or fiery personality, as "bray" can also mean to make a loud, harsh noise.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bray based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Bray in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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