Rakai
Boy nameRakai has been given to 192 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 27,550 boys was named Rakai.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
192
Peak year
2025 (62 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2006
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Rakai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Rakai.
Sibling name ideas for Rakai
Same era and popularity as Rakai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Rakai?
Rakai has been given to 192 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Rakai peak?
Rakai peaked in 2025, when 62 babies were given the name.
Is Rakai a girl or boy name?
Rakai is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Rakai are boys).
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