Declining since 2000.
Popularity of Rayona since 1928
Babies named Rayona per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 126 |
| 2000s | 181 |
| 2010s | 31 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Rayona is an extremely rare American feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1928, yet it has never entered the mainstream. Its peak year of usage was 2000, after which its frequency has steadily fallen. The name is thought to be a modern invention, likely formed by blending the familiar sound of Ray with the fashionable suffix -ona, also seen in names like Leona and Ramona. Because of its scarcity, it has no strong cultural or linguistic roots, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a truly uncommon name. Its trajectory since 2000 shows a clear decline, and it has not been recorded in any top states, further underscoring its rarity.
Rayona first appeared in U.S. records in the late 1920s, but its origins are unclear. It may be a feminine elaboration of the name Ray, itself a short form of Raymond or a nickname derived from the English word ray (beam of light). The suffix -ona resembles that of names like Leona or Ramona, suggesting an ornamental formation. It has never been widely used, remaining a rare and unconventional choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray, Raya
Sibling names for Rayona
Names that share Rayona's style, for a brother or sister.
