Rakiyah
Rakiyah is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,921 in the US, popular nicknames include Rak, Ray, and Rakie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rakiyah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 470 babies have been named Rakiyah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rakiyah is past its peak , currently ranked #10,921 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,921
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Rakiyah
Rakiyah is a girl name .
Rakiyah is currently ranked #10,921 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rakiyah include Rak, Ray, Rakie, and Rakiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis