Ra
Pronunciation: [ r-AH ]
Ra is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,130 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 20 babies have been named Ra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,130 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,130
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ra
Ra is a girl name .
Is Ra a boy or girl name? Ra is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #54,130 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #8,061. Ra is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ra is currently ranked #54,130 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Ra include Raelynn, Rachel, Raya, Raven, Raelyn . 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)
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