UK girl's name
Raida
A feminine Arabic name meaning "a rose garden" or "blooming rose".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Raida is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Raida popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2013 to 2017. 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 9 living people in the UK are called Raida. 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 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Raida ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 3 girls were registered as Raida.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Raida as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Raida mean?
The name Raida is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD. The name is derived from the Arabic word "raid," which means "rose" or "flower." This connection to nature and beauty has contributed to the name's enduring popularity across various cultures.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Raida can be found in the works of renowned Arab poets from the Umayyad and Abbasid periods. These poets often used floral imagery and metaphors to express their love and admiration, and the name Raida was frequently associated with grace, elegance, and charm.
In the 9th century, a notable figure named Raida bint Al-Mudhaffar gained recognition as a skilled calligrapher and poet in the court of the Abbasid Caliph Al-Mutawakkil. Her works were widely celebrated, and her name became synonymous with artistic excellence and literary prowess.
During the 12th century, the name Raida was popularized by Raida Al-Isfahani, a renowned Persian scholar and philosopher. She was highly regarded for her contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and the natural sciences, challenging the gender norms of her time.
In the 14th century, Raida Al-Andalusiya, a Muslim princess from the Nasrid dynasty in Granada, Spain, made a lasting impact on the cultural and intellectual landscape of her era. Her patronage of the arts and sciences earned her a reputation as a visionary and a champion of learning.
Fast-forwarding to the 20th century, Raida Anis Al-Khuri, a prominent Lebanese writer and journalist, gained recognition for her influential works on women's rights and social reform. Born in 1901, she played a pivotal role in shaping the discourse on gender equality and empowerment in the Middle East.
While the name Raida has its roots in the Arabic language, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity in various parts of the world. Its connection to nature, beauty, and intellectual pursuits has made it a timeless choice for parents seeking a name rich in meaning and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Raida over time
The chart below shows babies named Raida registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Raida, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raida by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Raida 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 | #5733 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Raida
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Raida: questions and answers
How popular is the name Raida in the UK right now?
In 2017, Raida was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Raida most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 3 babies registered as Raida in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Raida?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "a rose garden" or "blooming rose".
How many people are called Raida in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Raida 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.