Friend, ray of light, or singer
Raeya is a modern name with multiple possible etymological paths. It is often used as a variation of the Hebrew name Raya, meaning friend, or the Sanskrit name Raya, meaning singer. In English-speaking contexts, it is frequently associated with a ray of light or sunshine.
About 60 girls were named Raeya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
