Rising since 2012, #2,485 for girls today.
Popularity of Serayah since 2006
Babies named Serayah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 248 |
| 2020s | 308 |
Meaning & origin
Serayah is a modern name coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2006. As of 2025, it ranks 2,485 nationally, with a 1-in-22,638 frequency among newborn girls. The name has been climbing slowly but consistently, particularly since 2012, and reached its peak popularity so far in 2025. Its highest state-level concentrations are Michigan, North Carolina, and Georgia. While its exact meaning is uncertain, Serayah fits a contemporary pattern of names ending in the fashionable 'ayah' sound, and may draw inspiration from the established name Seraphina. It remains relatively rare, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar in sound.
Serayah appears to be a modern invented name, likely combining the popular 's' initial with the fashionable '-ayah' suffix found in names like Aaliyah and Saniyah. It may also be a creative variant of Seraphina, which derives from the Hebrew seraphim, a type of angel. The name first entered U.S. records in 2006 and has been gradually rising in use.
Where Serayah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Serayah” around the world
Where Serayah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sera, Ray, Raya
Sibling names for Serayah
Names that share Serayah's style, for a brother or sister.
