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Retaj

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Pronounced reh-TAHJ /rɛˈtɑdʒ/Medium

Meaning: From the Arabic, variously 'a crown; a diadem' and, specifically, the ornamented gates/covering of the Kaaba; we note the sacred senseLow

In 30 seconds: A crown; the gates of the Kaaba: Retaj is Arabic. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'reh-TAHJ').
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Origin LowArabic
MeaningFrom the Arabic, variously 'a crown; a diadem' and, specifically, the ornamented gates/covering of the Kaaba; we note the sacred sense
U.S. rank (2024)#9403 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 236

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201320072024

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

Retaj comes from the Arabic, variously 'a crown; a diadem' and, specifically, the ornamented gates/covering of the Kaaba (we note the sacred sense). A lyrical, modern name (said 'reh-TAHJ').

In the U.S. it appears in Arabic-speaking Muslim families. Rare, a-crown at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Retaj is Arabic, variously 'a crown' and, specifically, the ornamented gates of the Kaaba — a lyrical, regal name (we note the sacred sense; said 'reh-TAHJ').
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Retaj — Arabic; sacred sense

Variations

RitajRetageRetaaj

Nicknames

Reta

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Retaj mean?

Retaj is Arabic, variously 'a crown' and the ornamented gates of the Kaaba. We note the sacred sense.

How do you pronounce Retaj?

It's said reh-TAHJ /rɛˈtɑdʒ/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Retaj a boy or girl name?

Retaj is a girl's name.

How popular is Retaj?

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

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