Raya vs Scarlet

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

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Scarlet

Girl #489 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright red, vivid crimson"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#489
Total SSA Count
622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Scar, Lettie, Carly

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Popularity Comparison

Raya Rank #363
Scarlet Rank #489

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 vs #489 for Scarlet.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Raya ___

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

Scarlet ___

  • Scarlet Rose
  • Scarlet Mae
  • Scarlet Jane
  • Scarlet Jade
  • Scarlet Quinn
  • Scarlet Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

If you choose Scarlet

Violet Jasper Ruby August Ivy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raya or Scarlet more popular?

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 compared to Scarlet at #489 in the United States.

What do Raya and Scarlet mean?

Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin). Scarlet means "bright red, vivid crimson" (English origin).

Are Raya and Scarlet boy or girl names?

Raya is primarily a girl name. Scarlet is primarily a girl name.

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