Laraya
Laraya is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,072 in the US, popular nicknames include Lar, Lay, and Larie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Laraya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 301 babies have been named Laraya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Laraya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,072 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,072
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Laraya
Laraya is a girl name .
Laraya is currently ranked #11,072 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Laraya include Lar, Lay, Larie, and Laraie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Laraya include Lara, Laramie . 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