Holding steady.
Popularity of Razia since 1988
Babies named Razia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Razia is a rare feminine name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1988. As of the latest year data (2025), it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its uncommon usage in English-speaking countries. Its peak year of usage was 2023, albeit still at low absolute numbers. The name's trajectory has been stable over time, with no state-level concentration. Razia is a variant of the Arabic Radhiyya, famously associated with Razia Sultana, the only female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate in 13th-century India. Despite its rarity, the name carries strong historical and cultural resonance within Muslim communities, particularly those of South Asian and Middle Eastern heritage.
Razia is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the root r-ḍ-y (ر ض ي), which conveys the idea of contentment and satisfaction. It is closely related to the name Radhiyya (also spelled Radiyya or Raziyya), borne by the 13th-century Sultana Razia of Delhi, one of the few female rulers in Islamic history. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and South Asia, particularly among Muslim families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Razi, Zia, Razz
Variants: Raziyya, Radhiyya, Razia
Sibling names for Razia
Names that share Razia's style, for a brother or sister.
