Rayna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rayna is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'queen' or 'paradise.' It has evolved through forms like Raina and Reina. The name conveys traits of elegance and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently perceived as modern and creative.
The name Rayna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rayna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rayna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3423rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2115th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1335th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1346th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 879th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 723rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rayna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rayna"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪnə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Rayna is derived from the Slavic word 'ray,' meaning 'paradise' or 'adventure.' It is often connected to the name 'Raina,' which has similar roots and connotations.
Meaning
queen, paradise
Language Evolution
Raina, Rayna, Reina
Historical Usage
The name Rayna gained popularity in the 20th century and has been embraced in various cultures, often associated with grace and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Raina, Reina, Rena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rayna is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Rayna Jaymes (fictional character from the TV show 'Nashville'), Rayna T. (popular social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rayna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rayna"
"Rayna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3423rd of 9204 | 130 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2115th of 12526 | 515 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1335th of 19264 | 1,318 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1346th of 27321 | 1,814 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 879th of 35406 | 4,536 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 723rd of 30306 | 4,725 |
Regional Popularity of "Rayna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rayna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
56.47% 1567th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
54.68% 1606th/2937 |
34.48% 1201st/3483 |
52.16% 1835th/3518 |
26.98% 1091st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.80% 1577th/3685 |
30.82% 1379th/4475 |
34.25% 1779th/5194 |
19.28% 1218th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.08% 691st/4582 |
15.51% 801st/5164 |
13.87% 1014th/7313 |
13.87% 1035th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.30% 530th/3984 |
13.91% 624th/4487 |
11.73% 800th/6822 |
16.16% 1014th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rayna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rayna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.