Raya
Raya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Banner, flag, standard”.
| Meaning | Banner, flag, standard |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | راية |
| Pronunciation | RAH-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Raya
Raya, or rāya, means a banner or standard in Arabic, the flag held aloft at the head of a company. During the early Islamic period the rāya served as the standard in battle, and at Khaybar the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ famously entrusted it to ʿAli ibn Abi Talib. For a girl, the name hints at someone who leads and stands out. It is short and easy to say in many languages.
Is Raya a Muslim name?
Meaning banner, Raya is an Arabic name with no un-Islamic associations, and Muslim parents are increasingly drawn to it.
How popular is Raya?
It is popular in the Levant and the Gulf and is gaining ground among Muslim families in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Raya
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Raya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raya mean?
Raya means 'Banner, flag, standard'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Raya a Muslim name?
Meaning banner, Raya is an Arabic name with no un-Islamic associations, and Muslim parents are increasingly drawn to it.
How do you pronounce Raya?
Raya is pronounced RAH-yah.
Is Raya a boy or girl name?
Raya is usually a girl name.