Raila Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Raila

"Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2020 👥 14 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
14
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Raila Mean?

Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga. Other parts of Kibera include Laini Saba, Lindi, Makina, Kianda, Gatwekera, Soweto East, Kichinjio, Kisumu Ndogo, Makongeni and Mashimoni.

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Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga. Other parts of Kibera include Laini Saba, Lindi, Makina, Kianda, Gatwekera, Soweto East, Kichinjio, Kisumu Ndogo, Makongeni and Mashimoni.

Root Element
Raila
Core Meaning
"Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Raila

R 9
A 1
I 9
L 3
A 1
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
11
Soul Urge
Intuition & Insight
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

📊 Raila in Numbers

14 US bearers
2020 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Raila" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~14 people named Raila in the US. Peaked in 2020 with 9 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Raila?

The Life Path number for Raila is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 3.

Is Raila a boy or girl name?

Raila is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Raila in the US?

Approximately 14 people in the United States are named Raila. The name peaked in 2020 with 9 recorded uses.

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