Friend, companion, or saturated with drink
Raaya is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Sanskrit. In Hebrew, it is a feminine form related to the word for friend or companion, while in Sanskrit, it can relate to flow or being saturated. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and its connection to themes of loyalty and nature.
Less common today
Raaya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,449 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The titular warrior princess protagonist · Raya and the Last Dragon
