Fay vs Raia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fay

Girl #3,384 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fairy, magical being"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,384
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Faye

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Raia

Girl #3,356 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, beloved companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Muslim American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,356
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rai, Raya

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Fay Rank #3,384
Raia Rank #3,356

Raia is more popular, ranked #3356 vs #3384 for Fay.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fay ___

  • Fay Elizabeth
  • Fay Louise
  • Fay Catherine
  • Fay Victoria
  • Fay Adelaide

Raia ___

  • Raia Nour
  • Raia Jade
  • Raia Grace
  • Raia Lily
  • Raia Skye
  • Raia Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fay

Pearl June Wren Clive Rupert

If you choose Raia

Maia Layla Ava Zara Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fay or Raia more popular?

Raia is more popular, ranked #3356 compared to Fay at #3384 in the United States.

What do Fay and Raia mean?

Fay means "fairy, magical being" (Old French origin). Raia means "friend, beloved companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fay and Raia boy or girl names?

Fay is primarily a girl name. Raia is primarily a girl name.

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