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Soraida

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Pronounced soh-RY-dah /soʊˈraɪdə/Medium

Meaning: Soraida is a Spanish form of Zoraida, a name of Arabic and Andalusian heritage. Its exact meaning is uncertain; it has been linked to Arabic roots suggesting 'captivating', 'enchanting' or 'eloquent'. The name gained literary fame through the character Zoraida in Cervantes' Don Quixote, and it passed into Spanish-speaking families as Soraida and Zoraida, carried to America by them.Low

In 30 seconds: Soraida is a Spanish form of the Arabic Zoraida, a literary name perhaps meaning 'enchanting', said soh-RY-dah.
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Origin LowArabic, Spanish
MeaningSoraida is a Spanish form of Zoraida, a name of Arabic and Andalusian heritage. Its exact meaning is uncertain; it has been linked to Arabic roots suggesting 'captivating', 'enchanting' or 'eloquent'. The name gained literary fame through the character Zoraida in Cervantes' Don Quixote, and it passed into Spanish-speaking families as Soraida and Zoraida, carried to America by them.
U.S. rank (2009)#15035 ↗ Rising
2009 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1981
Total births (all-time)≈ 542

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198119522009

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

Soraida is the Spanish form of Zoraida, a name of Arabic origin whose meaning is debated but often read as 'enchanting' or 'captivating'. Made famous by Cervantes, it settled into Spanish-speaking families and reached America with them.

In United States records Soraida stayed rare, given to only a couple dozen girls a year at its 1980s high, chiefly in Latino families. A Soraida from then is now near midlife, and the name keeps a lyrical, Andalusian sound bridging Arabic and Spanish heritage.

Did you know? Zoraida, the parent of Soraida, is a memorable character in Cervantes' Don Quixote, which helped carry the Arabic name into Spanish use.
Overall data confidence 45%
References - Soraida — Spanish form of Arabic Zoraida; Cervantes anchor

Variations

ZoraidaSorayaSoraydaZoraya

Nicknames

SoriIda

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Soraida mean?

It is a Spanish form of the Arabic Zoraida, a literary name of uncertain meaning, perhaps 'enchanting'.

How do you pronounce Soraida?

It is said soh-RY-dah, three syllables with the stress on RY.

Is Soraida a boy or girl name?

Soraida is used as a girl's name.

Is Soraida a popular name?

No, Soraida was always rare in the United States, used mainly in Spanish-speaking families.

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