Declining since 1998, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Rayann since 1934
Babies named Rayann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 20 |
| 1950s | 68 |
| 1960s | 102 |
| 1970s | 133 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 342 |
| 2000s | 448 |
| 2010s | 312 |
| 2020s | 81 |
Meaning & origin
Rayann is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. records in 1934, though it remained rare for decades. Its peak came in 1999, when it ranked highest in usage, but since 1998 it has been falling in popularity. In 2025, the name had a rank of 6,838 and an incidence of 1 in 100,454 newborns. Its formation is typical of late 20th-century coinages, blending the popular element 'Ray' (from names like Raymond or Ray) with 'Ann,' a perennial classic. The name has not been strongly associated with any specific region or state in the U.S. and remains a niche choice. While its derivation is not firmly established, Rayann carries the familiar sounds of two well-known names, giving it a modern yet approachable feel.
Rayann is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the names Ray and Ann, or as a feminine variant of Rayan (itself a variant of Ryan). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1934 but saw increased use in the 1990s, peaking in 1999. The name is used almost exclusively for girls.
“Rayann” around the world
Where Rayann lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray, Annie, Rae
Sibling names for Rayann
Names that share Rayann's style, for a brother or sister.
