Boy name
Rais name meaning
“leader or head of a group”
Rais is a masculine name from Arabic raʾīs, meaning “leader” or “head of a group.” The source word was also borrowed into Malay and Indonesian. Alongside its use as a given name, Rais functions as a title, retaining the word’s meaning of a head or leader.
What does Rais mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Rais
From Arabic raʾīs, 'head or leader', also borrowed into Malay and Indonesian. It is used both as a title and as a given name.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Rais in Islam and the Quran
Rais does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Rais
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rais, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Rais as a first name
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Rais Azka
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who always maintains personal purity.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
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Interpretation
May the child become a leader who achieves victory and does good.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Mudaffar: one granted victory
- Abror: the righteous and virtuous
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Rais Muammar
Interpretation
May the child become a leader blessed with a long life.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Muammar: one granted a long life
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Interpretation
May the child become a wise leader who defends against danger.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
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Rais Dhofir
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who successfully achieves victory.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
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Interpretation
May the child become a joyful leader with the quality of roses.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Wardi: rose-like or rose-colored
- Farhan: joyful, delighted
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May the child become a great leader with a natural disposition.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Akbar: greater, greatest
- Fitrah: innate disposition, original nature
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Rais Nadhif
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who always maintains cleanliness.Meaning of each word
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Nadhif: clean and well kept
Rais as a middle name
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Interpretation
May the child embody noble leadership within the image of a heavenly garden.Meaning of each word
- Fadel: excellent, virtuous
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Pirdaus: paradise, heavenly garden
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Interpretation
May the child become a successful leader, calm and dignified.Meaning of each word
- Faza: to win, succeed
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Wakur: composed and dignified
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May the child become a fair leader who always expresses gratitude.Meaning of each word
- Adila: just, impartial
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Syukron: an expression of thanks
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May the child become a knowledgeable leader who achieves victory.Meaning of each word
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Fathi: associated with opening or victory
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May the child associated with Shaban become a leader who grows.Meaning of each word
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Syabani: associated with the month of Sha‘ban
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Interpretation
May the child embody wise leadership with the symbol of the first letter.Meaning of each word
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
- Rais: leader or head of a group
- Alif: first letter of the Arabic alphabet
Rais as a last name
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Sururi Rais
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who always brings joy.Meaning of each word
- Sururi: associated with joy
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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Faza Rais
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who succeeds in their endeavors.Meaning of each word
- Faza: to win, succeed
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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Interpretation
May the child become a capable leader who acts fairly.Meaning of each word
- Qodir: capable, powerful
- Adila: just, impartial
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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Bagir Rais
Interpretation
May the child become a leader devoted to deepening knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Bagir: one who delves into knowledge
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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Hafiz Rais
Interpretation
May the child become a leader who serves as a guardian.Meaning of each word
- Hafiz: guardian; one who memorizes the Quran
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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Interpretation
May the child embody leadership, victory, and a natural disposition.Meaning of each word
- Alfath: opening, victory
- Fitrah: innate disposition, original nature
- Rais: leader or head of a group
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How to pronounce Rais
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rais/ |
| Arabic script | رئيس |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦲꦶꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮄᮞ᮪ |
Is Rais a boy’s name?
Yes, Rais is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 94% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Rais ranks #358 among boy names in our data sample (57 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Rais
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Rais
- Rais Abin · b. 1926
- Rais D. Adam
- K.H. A. Rais Abdillah Al Hafidz
- Moh. Rais Ishak · b. 1964
- Rais Bilatu · b. 1999
- Rais Litte · b. 1971
- Rais Mujaddid · b. 1998
- Rais Nadjamuddin · b. 1963
- Rais Ruhayat · b. 1994
- Rais Sahan Marsaoly · b. 1960
- Rais Zain · b. 1961
FAQ about the name Rais
What is the meaning of Rais?
Rais means leader or head of a group. From Arabic raʾīs, 'head or leader', also borrowed into Malay and Indonesian. It is used both as a title and as a given name.
Is Rais a boy’s name?
Yes, Rais is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 94% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rais?
Rais is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Rais in the Quran?
Rais does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Rais have?
Rais has 1 syllable (Rais) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Rais?
Rais ranks #358 among boy names in our data sample (57 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Rais?
Some ideas: Rais Azka; Fadel Rais Pirdaus; Sururi Rais.
Famous people named Rais?
Notable people named Rais include Rais Abin, Rais D. Adam, K.H. A. Rais Abdillah Al Hafidz.
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