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UK girl's name

Reiya

A feminine Japanese name meaning "beautiful" or "lovely".

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.

Reiya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Reiya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.

This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 5 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Reiya. 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

  • Reiya ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 girls were registered as Reiya.
  • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Reiya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5891

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2021

4 births

Estimated living

16

2026

Meaning

What does Reiya mean?

The name Reiya has its origins in Japanese culture and language. It is a feminine name that is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "rei," which means "blessing" or "grace." The name is composed of the kanji characters "れい" (rei) and "や" (ya), which together form a beautiful and meaningful name.

In ancient Japanese literature, the name Reiya is not widely mentioned, as it is a relatively modern name. However, the concept of blessings and grace has been deeply ingrained in Japanese culture and traditions for centuries, and the name Reiya reflects this sentiment.

The earliest recorded use of the name Reiya is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but it is believed to have gained popularity in Japan during the late 20th century. As Japanese names often carry significant cultural meanings, Reiya became a popular choice for parents seeking a name that embodied the idea of blessings and grace for their daughters.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Reiya was Reiya Masaki, a Japanese singer and actress born in 1986. She gained fame as a member of the popular Japanese girl group Morning Musume and later pursued a successful solo career.

Another notable figure named Reiya is Reiya Arashiro, a Japanese professional cyclist born in 1984. He has competed in various prestigious cycling events, including the Tour de France and the Giro d'Italia, representing Japan on the international stage.

In the world of literature, Reiya Miyake is a Japanese author and poet born in 1976. She is known for her works that explore themes of identity, memory, and the human experience, often drawing inspiration from her heritage and personal journey.

Reiya Ishida, born in 1992, is a Japanese actress and model who has appeared in numerous television dramas, films, and commercials. She has gained a significant following for her talent and versatility in portraying a wide range of characters.

Lastly, Reiya Masaki, born in 1998, is a Japanese professional tennis player who has competed in various international tournaments. Her promising career has earned her recognition as a rising star in the world of professional tennis.

While the name Reiya may be relatively modern, its meaning and significance resonate deeply with Japanese cultural values and traditions, making it a beautiful and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name that embodies blessings and grace.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Reiya over time

The chart below shows babies named Reiya 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 Reiya, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Reiya
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Decades

Reiya by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Reiya 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 #5398 10 3
2010s #5876 3 1
2000s #4798 3 1

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FAQ

Reiya: questions and answers

How popular is the name Reiya in the UK right now?

In 2024, Reiya was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Reiya most popular?

The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Reiya in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Reiya?

A feminine Japanese name meaning "beautiful" or "lovely".

How many people are called Reiya in the UK?

A total of 16 babies have been registered as Reiya across the 5 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.