First name Raya - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Hebrew
Nameday
Meaning
Raya is a feminine name with Hebrew roots, carrying the sense of a close companion or cherished woman. Alternate spellings include Raaya and Ra'ya. In Slavic languages, Raya is often used as a diminutive of Raina, a name meaning “queen.” The name is also widely recognized as the title of an exclusive, invitation-only dating platform for public figures.
Famous people with the first name Raya
- David Raya (Spanish footballer)
- Krishnadevaraya (Person)
- Raya Dunayevskaya (American Marxist activist)