How Many People Are Named Rakiya?
Complete statistics for the name Rakiya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rakiya is a rare name, very uncommon in the US with only 423 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 779,240 Americans. The majority of those named Rakiya are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 11 are often seen as highly intuitive and sensitive, destined to be spiritual leaders.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 21All 428 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rakiya Through the Generations
Rakiya has seen its peak popularity in 2008 with 32 births, but since then, the trend has been declining. As of now, the average age of people named Rakiya is 21, with 355 individuals under 30, 73 between 30 and 60, and none over 60. This distribution highlights how Rakiya is predominantly a name of the younger generation, reflecting its status as a relatively new choice in naming traditions.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Rakiya
How Many People Have the Name Rakiya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 423 people in the United States currently share the name Rakiya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 779,240 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Rakiya a Common or Rare Name?
Rakiya is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rakiya Mean?
Rakiya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Nigerian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rakiya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Rakiya Most Popular?
The name Rakiya reached peak popularity in 2008, with 32 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rakiya?
Approximately 423 people named Rakiya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 428. That works out to roughly 1 in 779,240 Americans.
Is Rakiya a rare name?
Rakiya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 779,240 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rakiya mean?
Rakiya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from Nigerian origins.
Is Rakiya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Rakiya are male and 100% are female.
When was Rakiya most popular?
Rakiya peaked in 2008 with 32 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.