Rais

Meaning of Rais

Rais is a strong and distinctive name for baby boys. It has its origins in Arabic, where it means "captain" or "leader." The name Rais carries an air of authority and charisma, making it an excellent choice for parents who want their son to stand out from the crowd. It is pronounced as "rayz" (/reɪz/) in English. While not as common as some other names, Rais has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years. In 2009, there were 5 occurrences of the name Rais in the United States, ranking it at number 12,488. A similar variation of this name is Raisa. Whether you're drawn to its Arabic roots or simply love its strong sound, Rais is a unique and meaningful choice for your little one.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as rayz (/reɪz/)

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Similar Names to Rais

Notable People Named Rais

Rais Bhuiyan - Raisuddin "Rais" Bhuiyan is a Bangladeshi American technology professional and a survivor of a shooting incident following the September 11 attacks.
Rais Ibrahim Khalil Ahmed is a Pakistani politician who served as a Member of the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab from 2008 to May 2018.
Rais Muhammad Iqbal is a lawyer and a member of the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab from Liaquat Pur.
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