UK boy's name
Raeed
A masculine given name of Arabic origin meaning "one who approves or agrees".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Raeed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Raeed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2012 to 2019. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Raeed. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Raeed ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 4 boys were registered as Raeed.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Raeed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3937
2019
Births in 2019
4
Latest year
Peak year
2012
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Raeed mean?
The name Raeed originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Middle Eastern region. It is derived from the Arabic word "ra'ada," which means "to thunder" or "to roar." The name is believed to have emerged in ancient times, when the power and strength of thunder were revered and associated with divine forces.
In the early Islamic era, the name Raeed gained popularity as a symbol of strength and resilience. It was often given to newborn boys as a way of bestowing upon them the qualities of courage and determination. The name is mentioned in several historical texts and records from that period, reflecting its widespread usage across the Arabic-speaking world.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Raeed dates back to the 7th century CE, when a renowned Arab poet and warrior named Raeed Ibn Al-Muhalhal gained fame for his bravery and literary works. His poetry celebrated the virtues of honor, bravery, and loyalty, aligning with the symbolic meaning of his name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Raeed. In the 10th century, Raeed Al-Deen Al-Qazwini was a prominent Islamic scholar and geographer who authored several influential works on geography and natural sciences. His contributions to the field of knowledge were significant during the Golden Age of Islamic civilization.
In the 12th century, Raeed Al-Din Al-Ghazali was a renowned Islamic philosopher and theologian. His works, such as "The Incoherence of the Philosophers" and "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," had a profound impact on Islamic thought and continue to be studied and revered to this day.
During the 13th century, Raeed Al-Din Al-Razi was a prominent Persian physician, philosopher, and alchemist. He made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, chemistry, and philosophy, and his works were widely circulated and studied in the Islamic world and beyond.
Another notable figure bearing the name Raeed was Raeed Al-Din Al-Attar, a renowned Persian poet and theoretician of Sufism who lived in the 12th century. His poetic works, such as "The Conference of the Birds" and "The Book of Divinity," are considered masterpieces of Persian literature and have been widely translated and studied across the world.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Raeed, reflecting its enduring significance and the rich heritage associated with its meaning and origins.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Raeed over time
The chart below shows babies named Raeed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Raeed, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raeed by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Raeed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4224 | 11 | 3 |
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FAQ
Raeed: questions and answers
How popular is the name Raeed in the UK right now?
In 2019, Raeed was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Raeed most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 4 babies registered as Raeed in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Raeed?
A masculine given name of Arabic origin meaning "one who approves or agrees".
How many people are called Raeed in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Raeed across the 3 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.