Meaning and history
Randa has distinct Arabic and English uses. In Arabic, رندا or رندة is associated with the rand tree, a fragrant laurel-like plant, and is used as a feminine name. In English, Randa may be a short form of Miranda or a modern variant, with an unrelated Latin-derived history. The traditions should remain separate. Notable bearers include Lebanese journalist Randa Habib and Jordanian fashion designer Randa Salamoun.
In 2025, 8 babies were recorded with the name Randa, ranking #10,917 among girls.