Holding steady, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Laraya since 1988
Babies named Laraya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 128 |
| 2020s | 62 |
Meaning & origin
Laraya is a modern, invented name that first entered U.S. records in 1988. With a peak rank of 9,457 in 2025, it remains exceedingly rare, given to roughly 1 in every 160,727 female newborns. The name has shown a stable trajectory in recent decades, never achieving widespread usage. Its origin is speculative, likely a blend of familiar sounds from names like Lara and Maya, fitting a pattern of contemporary coinages popular in the 2010s. Laraya has no documented top states of popularity and lacks historical or cultural grounding, making it a truly unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Laraya first appeared in U.S. records in 1988, likely as a modern coinage combining elements of popular names like Lara and Maya, or as a variant of Larissa. Its usage remains rare and has not been linked to a specific cultural or linguistic tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lara, Raya
Sibling names for Laraya
Names that share Laraya's style, for a brother or sister.
