Rain or altar
Araia is a name with multiple potential roots, most notably from the Basque region where it refers to a town and is associated with the word for 'rain'. In a Hebrew context, it is often viewed as a variant of Araiah, meaning 'altar of God'. It is a rare, modern choice for parents seeking a melodic and unique sound.
Less common today
Araia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,333 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
