Rai
- Pronunciation
- [Rai]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- King
- Origin
- Chamoru
Rai Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 350 baby boys have been named Rai. The name peaked in 2023 with 36 US births that year (rank #3327). In 2024, ranked #3949 nationally — 622 places below its 2023 peak.
Top States for Rai
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rai births are: California (36).
Other Chamoru-Origin Names Like Rai
If you like Rai's Chamoru origin, consider these related names: Actassi, Adora, Agana, Amista, Anghet. Browse all Chamoru names →
3-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rai's exact length and starting letter: Rad, Rae, Raj, Ram, Ran.
Quick Facts About Rai
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Compare Rai to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Rai against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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