Ewe; friend; or paradise
Raia is a name with multiple possible etymologies. In Hebrew, it is a variant of Raya, meaning 'friend' or 'companion.' It is also associated with the Arabic word for 'paradise' or 'heaven,' and in some contexts, it is linked to the Hebrew name Rachel, meaning 'ewe.'
About 33 girls were named Raia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Lebanese actress and media personality
