Raila Girl

Popularity: #945 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationRAY-lah / /ˈreɪ.lə/

Swahili; Hebrew

Meaning

gift; to ascend

Historical & Cultural Background

In Swahili, Raila is often associated with the meaning 'gift' and is a name used in various East African cultures. The name has gained prominence in Kenya, particularly due to notable political figures. In Hebrew, Raila can be interpreted as 'to ascend,' linking it to themes of elevation and growth, often used in spiritual contexts. The name reflects a blend of cultural significance across different regions.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Raila
  • Rayla

International Variants

  • Raila (Swahili)
  • Raila (Hebrew)

Famous people named Raila

Raila Odinga — Kenyan politician.

Raila K. — Kenyan artist.

Fictional characters named Raila

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Sibling Suggestions

RayaMayaLaylaNailaZaraKaila

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Raila was first seen in the United States in 2020. Raila has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Raila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Raila

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20209
20245