Raya

In the days and weeks to come, you'll discover many reasons why the feminine name Raya is a perfect match for your little one. With Bulgarian and Russian origins, this moniker is a shortened form of Rayna, Raisa, and similar-sounding titles. Rayna is the Bulgarian form of Regina, a Latin name meaning "queen," so don't be surprised if sweet Raya knows how to "decree" that it's time to play or eat! Raisa holds several potential definitions in Greek, though it's most often linked to Herais, a name that honors the goddess Hera. Other sources link Raisa to translations like "relaxed" and "carefree," perhaps describing your kiddo's cool and collected personality!

Things may not be all quiet and peaceful when your tiny tot is around, as the word raya means "stream," "force," or "zeal" in Sanskrit. While there are two pronunciations of Raya to choose from, the good news is, they're both correct and beautiful. The Bump community member CocoBrynne says, "Raya to me is Ray-ah." Another user, SunshineMuffin, interprets Raya slightly differently, sharing, "Raya is a common name in my family and is pronounced Ry-uh."