Phoenix vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raya

Girl #363 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Slavic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#363
Total SSA Count
859
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ray

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Phoenix Rank #275
Raya Rank #363

Phoenix is more popular, ranked #275 vs #363 for Raya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Phoenix ___

  • Phoenix James
  • Phoenix Cole
  • Phoenix River
  • Phoenix Sage
  • Phoenix Kai
  • Phoenix Wilder

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 Phoenix

Atlas Orion Lyra Aurora Ember

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phoenix or Raya more popular?

Phoenix is more popular, ranked #275 compared to Raya at #363 in the United States.

What do Phoenix and Raya mean?

Phoenix means "dark red, crimson" (Greek origin). Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Phoenix and Raya boy or girl names?

Phoenix is primarily a boy name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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