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Raghad

رغدruh-GHAD · Delight, pleasure, or comfort; also associated with a lush garden or meadow.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,410
Babies named in 2025
23
Peak popularity
2017
2025 frequency
1 in 69,881 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2004

Rising since 2004, #5,410 for girls today.

Popularity of Raghad since 1994

Babies named Raghad per year in U.S. Social Security records.

112233200020102020Most births 2017Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s38
2000s51
2010s197
2020s118

Meaning & origin

Raghad is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'delight' or 'comfort,' evoking a sense of peaceful abundance. First recorded in the United States in 1994, it has shown a rising trajectory since 2004, peaking in popularity in 2017. In 2025, it ranked 5410, with approximately 1 in 69881 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's presence is concentrated primarily in New York, reflecting the diverse communities that have introduced it to American naming culture. Its pleasant meaning and melodic sound make it an appealing choice for families seeking a name with positive connotations and cultural depth.

Raghad (رغد) is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root ر-غ-د (r-gh-d), which conveys meanings of ease, comfort, and pleasant living. It is used to describe a life of abundance and tranquility, and is occasionally associated with the concept of a verdant meadow. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and is particularly favored in families valuing its positive, peaceful connotations. Its entry into U.S. records in 1994 reflects increasing cultural diversity.

Where Raghad is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Raghad” around the world

Where Raghad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Raggy, Ghad-Ghad

Variants: Raghda, Raghid

Sibling names for Raghad

Names that share Raghad's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Layla, Noor, Samira, Yasmin, Zahra

Brothers: Adam, Khalid, Omar, Tariq, Zayn

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Raghad mean?
Raghad means 'delight' or 'comfort' in Arabic, often implying a life of ease and abundance.
How popular is the name Raghad?
As of 2025, Raghad ranked 5410 in the U.S., with about 1 in 69881 newborn girls given the name that year. Its popularity has been rising since 2004, peaking in 2017.
Is Raghad a girl's name?
Yes, Raghad is traditionally a feminine name of Arabic origin.