Raury
A unisex name of Gaelic origin meaning "prosperous ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Raury. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Raury today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Raury births was 2016 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Raury. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Raury with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Raury. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2016
5 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2016 SSA rank
#13,734
Tracked since 2016
Popularity
Raury: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Raury by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Raury during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Raury
The name Raury is a unique and intriguing one, with a rich history that spans multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Sanskrit language, where it is believed to have derived from the word "Raurava," meaning "fierce" or "formidable." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon those who possessed a strong and courageous spirit.
As time passed, the name Raury found its way into various regions of the Indian subcontinent, where it took on different spellings and cultural connotations. In certain parts of India, the name was associated with the Hindu deity Rama, who was revered for his righteousness and unwavering devotion to duty.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Raury can be found in the ancient Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this revered text, Raury is portrayed as a wise and respected sage, imparting valuable teachings to the protagonists.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Raury. In the 12th century, Raury of Avranches was a renowned Norman poet and philosopher known for his contributions to the literary and intellectual spheres of his time. He was born around 1090 CE and lived until approximately 1156 CE.
Another prominent figure bearing this name was Raury the Brave, a legendary warrior from the 15th century who fought valiantly against invading forces in what is now modern-day Pakistan. His bravery and leadership skills were celebrated in numerous folk tales and ballads of the era.
In the 17th century, Raury Descartes, a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, made significant contributions to the fields of philosophy and mathematics. He was born in 1596 CE and lived until 1650 CE, leaving behind a lasting legacy that influenced generations of thinkers and scholars.
Moving forward in time, Raury Tagore, an Indian poet, writer, and philosopher, was a prominent figure in the Bengali Renaissance of the 19th century. He was born in 1861 CE and lived until 1941 CE, leaving behind a vast body of literary work that explored themes of spirituality, nationalism, and humanity.
Finally, in the 20th century, Raury Gandhi, an Indian activist and leader of the non-violent resistance movement against British rule, was a towering figure whose influence extended far beyond the borders of his homeland. Born in 1869 CE and assassinated in 1948 CE, his philosophy of non-violence and civil disobedience inspired countless individuals around the world in their struggles for freedom and justice.
People
Raury + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Raury as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Raury: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Raury?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Raury going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Raury a common name?
We classify Raury as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Raury most popular?
The single biggest year for Raury was 2016, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Raury is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Raury in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Raury a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Raury in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Raury still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Raury in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Raury can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Raury?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Raury at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.