Mae vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mae

Girl #530 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#530
Total SSA Count
574
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mae Rank #530
Raya Rank #363

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 vs #530 for Mae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mae ___

  • Mae Elizabeth
  • Mae Louise
  • Mae Catherine
  • Mae Caroline
  • Mae Alexandra
  • Mae Josephine

Raya ___

  • Raya Luna
  • Raya Marie
  • Raya Grace
  • Raya Jade
  • Raya Skye
  • Raya Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mae

Rose Pearl June Beatrice Iris

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mae or Raya more popular?

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 compared to Mae at #530 in the United States.

What do Mae and Raya mean?

Mae means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin). Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mae and Raya boy or girl names?

Mae is primarily a girl name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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