Raha

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Pronounced RAH-hah /ˈrɑː.hɑː/High

Meaning: rest, ease, comfort, happinessHigh

In 30 seconds: Raha is an Arabic and Persian name meaning happiness, ease, and comfort, also used in Persian to mean free or liberated. A short, joyful name used across the Muslim world.

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Origin HighArabic, Persian

Meaningrest, ease, comfort, happiness

U.S. rank (2025)#1957 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births99 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 420

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Raha is an Arabic feminine name from the root r-w-h meaning rest, ease, and comfort. In Persian, it independently means free or liberated. Both meanings carry positive, uplifting connotations widely valued in Muslim naming traditions.

Raha is used across the Middle East, Iran, South Asia, and East Africa. Its short, melodic quality and deeply positive meaning make it a popular choice for Muslim families. It is also the name of a village in Ethiopia.

Did you know? In Arabic, the root r-w-h (روح) gives both raha (comfort) and ruh (spirit/soul) — connecting the idea of ease and rest to the deepest concept of the living spirit in Islamic thought.

Overall data confidence 85%

Wehr, Arabic-English Dictionary — reference for RahaBehind the Name: Raha — name etymology reference

Variations

RahaaReha

Nicknames

Famous Bearers

★Raha Moharrak (c. 1986–present)
Saudi mountaineer and the first Saudi woman to summit Mount Everest, reaching the top in May 2013.

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Frequently Asked

What does Raha mean?

Raha means rest, ease, and comfort in Arabic, and free or liberated in Persian. Both meanings are joyful and uplifting.

How do you pronounce Raha?

Raha is pronounced RAH-hah (/ˈrɑː.hɑː/), with two syllables.

Is Raha a girl's name?

Yes, Raha is used as a feminine name in Arabic, Persian, and East African naming traditions.

How popular is the name Raha?

Raha is popular in Arabic-speaking countries, Iran, and Muslim communities in East Africa and South Asia.