Rising since 2002, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Rahi since 1998
Babies named Rahi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 5 |
| 2000s | 47 | 10 |
| 2010s | 72 | 21 |
| 2020s | 80 | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Rahi is an uncommon name in the United States, first recorded in 1999. Its popularity has been rising since 2002, and it reached its peak rank of 4,758 in 2025. In that year, approximately 1 in 57,402 newborns received this name. The name is most frequently chosen in Texas. Rahi has notable origins in both Persian and Maori cultures, but its usage in English-speaking countries is modern and relatively rare.
Rahi has multiple proposed origins. In Persian, it is associated with the word for 'handsome' or 'beautiful'. It is also a Maori name meaning 'harmony' or 'agreeable'. The name has seen limited use in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, often chosen for its pleasing sound and positive connotations.
Where Rahi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Rahi
Names that share Rahi's style, for a brother or sister.
