Holding steady, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Raela since 1989
Babies named Raela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 55 |
| 2010s | 109 |
| 2020s | 128 |
Meaning & origin
Raela is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, reflecting the trend of creating novel names by blending familiar elements. It has never been highly common, reaching its peak rank of 5,099 in 2020, and has remained relatively stable since. In 2025, it still sees modest use, with about 1 in 64,291 girls receiving the name. Raela has not been consistently concentrated in any particular state, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Its similarity to names like Raelyn and Layla may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Raela first appears in U.S. birth records in 1989, suggesting it is a modern coinage. It likely blends the prefix Rae (from Rachel or a shortened form of Raelyn) with the popular -la suffix, or may be a respelling of Layla. No ancient or traditional etymology has been documented for this name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rae, Lala, Ray
Sibling names for Raela
Names that share Raela's style, for a brother or sister.
