Declining since 2009, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Rakiyah since 1994
Babies named Rakiyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 214 |
| 2010s | 172 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Rakiyah is a modern American name that first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1994. Its peak popularity came in 2008, and it has since declined in use. The name is rare, with an incidence of about 1 in 100,454 births in 2025. While it may draw from the Arabic root meaning 'pure,' it is more accurately described as a creative respelling, popular among families seeking a melodious and distinctive name for their daughters.
Rakiyah first appears in U.S. records in 1994. It may derive from the Arabic name Raqiya (also spelled Rakiyah), which means 'pure' or 'innocent.' However, as a modern American coinage, it is more likely a creative respelling or combination of sounds. The name has been used primarily for girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Raki, Kiya, Rah
Sibling names for Rakiyah
Names that share Rakiyah's style, for a brother or sister.
