Rahab
Rahab is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,395 in the US, popular nicknames include Rah, Ray, and Rahie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rahab first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 33 babies have been named Rahab in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rahab is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,395 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,395
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Rahab
Rahab is a girl name .
Rahab is currently ranked #58,395 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rahab include Rah, Ray, and Rahie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rahab include Raha, Rahaf . 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