Laraya (luh-RAY-uh) is a fresh, melodic name born from a playful blend of Lara and Raya. It flows off the tongue like a soft river of light. Its roots hint at Lara’s Latin meaning of protection and Raya’s Sanskrit sense of flow or kingdom. In India, it dances with the warmth of a monsoon breeze and the promise of a new dawn. Though still rare—just ten baby girls in the US each year—Laraya claimed the 940th rank in 2024. That’s like a diya flickering to life in the night. This name whispers secrets of joy and curiosity. Laraya tells a story of gentle strength and sunny hearts, ready to twirl through life’s next adventure.