UK boy's name
Raed
A masculine Arabic name meaning "pioneer" or "guide".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Raed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Raed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2671, with 8 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 9 births.
This profile covers 96 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2005 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 89% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 95 living people in the UK are called Raed. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Raed ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 8 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 9 boys were registered as Raed.
- • About 95 living people in the UK are estimated to have Raed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2671
2024
Births in 2024
8
Latest year
Peak year
2020
9 births
Estimated living
95
2026
Meaning
What does Raed mean?
The name Raed has its origins in Arabic, where it is derived from the root word "ra'ada," meaning "to thunder" or "to roar." It is a masculine name that has been used in the Arab world for centuries.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Raed can be traced back to the 7th century, during the era of the Islamic Golden Age. It is believed that the name was initially given to individuals who were known for their powerful and resonant voices or their ability to command attention and respect.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Raed was Raed ibn al-Muhallab, a prominent military commander who lived in the late 7th century. He played a significant role in the Umayyad conquest of Central Asia and is mentioned in several historical texts from that era.
In the 10th century, Raed ibn Abi al-Muna, a renowned poet and scholar from Basra, Iraq, gained recognition for his literary works and contributions to Arabic literature. His poetry was widely celebrated and has been preserved in various anthologies.
During the 12th century, Raed al-Din al-Ghazi, a prominent military leader and ruler of the Artuqid dynasty, left a lasting impact on the region of modern-day Turkey and Syria. He is remembered for his victories against the Crusaders and his efforts to defend Muslim territories.
In more recent history, Raed Salah, a Palestinian political activist and former mayor of Umm al-Fahm in Israel, gained prominence for his advocacy for Palestinian rights and his role in the Islamic Movement in Israel.
Another notable figure was Raed Arafat, a Romanian physician and activist who founded the Mobile Emergency Service for Resuscitation and Extrication (SMURD), a highly respected emergency medical service in Romania. He was widely recognized for his humanitarian efforts and received numerous awards and honors.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Raed. The name continues to be popular in the Arab world and is often associated with strength, power, and eloquence.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Raed over time
The chart below shows babies named Raed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Raed, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 8 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raed by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Raed was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3030 | 35 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2934 | 52 | 8 |
| 2000s | #4269 | 9 | 3 |
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- Robert 27,462
- Reuben 25,122
- Rhys 24,418
- Reece 24,329
- Rory 21,870
- Roman 16,609
- Ronnie 16,445
- Reggie 14,684
- Rowan 14,371
- Ralph 8,892
FAQ
Raed: questions and answers
How popular is the name Raed in the UK right now?
In 2024, Raed was ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales, with 8 births registered.
When was Raed most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 9 babies registered as Raed in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Raed?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "pioneer" or "guide".
How many people are called Raed in the UK?
A total of 96 babies have been registered as Raed across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.