UK girl's name
Razia
An Arabic feminine name meaning "contentment" or "satisfaction".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Razia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Razia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4645, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 12 births.
This profile covers 78 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 78 living people in the UK are called Razia. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Razia ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 12 girls were registered as Razia.
- • About 78 living people in the UK are estimated to have Razia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4645
2022
Births in 2022
4
Latest year
Peak year
1997
12 births
Estimated living
78
2026
Meaning
What does Razia mean?
The name Razia is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "Raziyah," which means "pleasing," "content," or "satisfied." It is a feminine name that has been used for centuries in various parts of the Middle East and South Asia.
The earliest known reference to the name Razia can be traced back to the 13th century, when it was borne by Razia Sultana, the first and only female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate in India. Razia Sultana, born in 1205 and ruled from 1236 to 1240, was a remarkable woman who defied societal norms and established her authority as a capable and just ruler.
In Islamic literature, the name Razia is mentioned in the Quran as a form of gratitude and contentment. The name gained popularity among Muslim communities and spread across the regions influenced by Islamic culture and traditions.
Throughout history, several notable women have carried the name Razia. Razia Iqbal, born in 1968, is a British journalist and broadcaster who has worked for various media outlets, including the BBC and The Guardian. Razia Sultana, born in 1934, was a pioneering Bangladeshi lawyer and human rights activist who fought for women's rights and social justice.
Another prominent figure is Razia Khan, an Indian classical musician and Sufi singer from the 20th century, known for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of Sufi music. Razia Bhatti, born in 1949, is a Pakistani politician and social activist who has worked tirelessly for women's empowerment and education in her country.
Razia Ismail, born in 1930, was a South African anti-apartheid activist and member of the African National Congress (ANC), who played a significant role in the struggle against racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Razia throughout history, each making their mark in various fields, from politics and activism to music and journalism, and exemplifying the strength, resilience, and contentment associated with the name's meaning.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Razia over time
The chart below shows babies named Razia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Razia, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2022, compared with 12 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Razia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Razia 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 | #5113 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5008 | 15 | 4 |
| 2000s | #3101 | 27 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2244 | 29 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Razia
- 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
Razia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Razia in the UK right now?
In 2022, Razia was ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Razia most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 12 babies registered as Razia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Razia?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "contentment" or "satisfaction".
How many people are called Razia in the UK?
A total of 78 babies have been registered as Razia across the 15 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.