Raissa
Pronunciation: [ r-AYS-uh ]
Raissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,432 in the US, popular nicknames include Rai, Ray, and Raiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Raissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 545 babies have been named Raissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raissa is past its peak , currently ranked #13,432 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,432
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Raissa
Raissa is a girl name .
Raissa is currently ranked #13,432 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Raissa include Rai, Ray, Raiie, and Raisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Raissa include Raisa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis