Raime first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Raime has been for the last 30 years (from 1976 to 2005) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Raime

An invented name of uncertain meaning and origin.

Popularity of Raime by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Raime is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2005, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Raime.

Year Male Count Female Count
2005 0 5
2000 0 8
1996 0 5
1988 0 6
1984 0 9
1978 0 6
1977 0 8
1976 0 5

The history of the first name Raime

The name Raime is believed to have its origins in the ancient language of Sanskrit, which was spoken in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period, around 1500-500 BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Rama," which means "pleasing" or "delightful." The name was likely first used as a descriptive term to refer to someone with a pleasant or charming demeanor.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Raime can be found in the Hindu epic Ramayana, which dates back to the 7th or 8th century BCE. In this ancient text, Rama is the name of the central protagonist, a prince and avatar of the god Vishnu. The Ramayana portrays Rama as an ideal man and a righteous ruler, embodying virtues such as courage, duty, and devotion.

During the medieval period, the name Raime gained popularity among Hindus and Buddhists, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. It was commonly used as a given name, but also held spiritual significance in some traditions. For instance, in Tibetan Buddhism, the mantra "Om Rama Ramaya" is believed to invoke the blessings of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Raime was Raimundo de BorgoƱa (c. 1070-1107), a Burgundian nobleman and crusader who fought in the First Crusade and became the Count of Galilee and Tripoli. Another notable figure was Raimundo Lulio (c. 1232-1315), a Spanish philosopher, logician, and Franciscan tertiary who wrote extensively on various subjects, including logic, theology, and alchemy.

In the Islamic world, the name Raime (or variations like Raimah or Raimah) was also used, though less commonly. One example is Raimah bint Abi Sufyan (c. 599-678 CE), a prominent woman in early Islamic history who was the daughter of Abu Sufyan, a leader of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca.

During the Renaissance period, the name Raime gained popularity in Europe, particularly in Italy and Spain. One notable figure was Raimondo di Sangro (1710-1771), an Italian nobleman, scientist, and inventor who was known for his eccentric behavior and experiments with electricity.

In more recent times, the name Raime has been used across various cultures and regions, though it remains relatively uncommon. Some notable individuals include Raime Majeed (born 1992), an Iraqi-American professional soccer player, and Raime Pervez (born 1986), a Pakistani cricketer who has played for the national team.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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