Grace, friend, or ewe
Raea is a modern spelling variant that likely draws from several roots. It is often considered a creative variation of Rhea, the Greek Titaness and mother of gods, or a feminine diminutive of the Hebrew name Raymond or Rachel. In contemporary usage, it serves as a fresh, minimalist choice for parents seeking a short, vowel-heavy name.
Less common today
Raea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,195 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
