Ra

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Ra Pronunciation

Ra is pronounced RAH /ˈrɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Egyptian, 'the sun' — the name of Ra, the ancient Egyptian sun god; we note the deityLow

In 30 seconds: The sun; the sun god: Ra is Egyptian. Crisp, bold, and warm (said 'RAH').

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Origin LowEgyptian

MeaningFrom Egyptian, 'the sun' — the name of Ra, the ancient Egyptian sun god; we note the deity

U.S. rank (2024)#7591 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 216

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ra comes from Egyptian, 'the sun' — the name of Ra, the ancient Egyptian sun god and king of the gods (we note the deity). A crisp, bold name (said 'RAH').

In the U.S. it registers thinly. Rare, the-sun-god at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Ra means 'the sun' in Egyptian — the name of Ra, the ancient Egyptian sun god, king of the gods — a crisp, bold name (we note the deity; said 'RAH').

Overall data confidence 34%

References — Ra — deity noted

Variations

RahRaa

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ra?

Ra is pronounced RAH (/ˈrɑ/). Press play above to hear Ra said aloud.

How do you say Ra?

Ra is said RAH (/ˈrɑ/). Press play above to hear Ra said aloud.

What does the name Ra mean?

Ra is Egyptian for 'the sun' — the name of the Egyptian sun god. We note the deity.

Is Ra a boy or girl name?

Ra is a boy's name.

How popular is Ra?

Ra is a very rare name in the U.S.