Rata is a Polynesian name, which is reflected in the Māori, Tahitian and Tuamotu mythology. Also an alternate spelling for Ratha (راثا) an Arabic word or a name given. Given names Rata Harrison (1935–2013), New Zealand rugby league player Rata Lovell-Smith (1894–1969), New Zealand artist
Surname Matiu Rata (1934–1997), New Zealand politician Te Rata (1877–1933), Māori king
See also Rață, a Moldovan surname Rataj Ratha, an Arabic name