Rae Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY / /reɪ/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: counselor; Hebrew: ewe
Historical & Cultural Background
Rae is often considered a diminutive of names like Rachel or Raymond. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a standalone name. The name has also been used in various cultural contexts, often associated with qualities of guidance and nurturing.
Trend Summary
Rae has seen a steady rise in popularity as a unisex name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ray
International Variants
- Rai (Japanese)
- Rae (Scottish)
Famous people named Rae
Rae Dawn Chong is a Canadian actress known for her roles in films such as 'Quest for Fire' and 'The Color Purple'.
Rae Sremmurd is an American hip hop duo known for their hit songs and energetic performances.
Fictional characters named Rae
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rae was first seen in the United States in 1894. Rae has ranked as high as #883 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Rae has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rae (1944)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 27 |
| 1924 | 22 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 11 |