Rama
r(a)-ma
US Popularity:10059
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:Wife; Pleasing, delightful, gratifying
Rama is a gender-neutral name of Sanskrit origin and considerable prominence within Hindu texts. Rama has multiple translations, including “wife,” which nods to the sweet characteristics of a loving and loyal partner. Rama is also a short form of Ramachandra, representing Vishnu's most popular reincarnation and, in his honor, means "pleasing,” “delightful,” and “gratifying.” The leading hero of the Indian epic Ramayana, Rama, is the very embodiment of heroism and bravery when he fights the forces of evil to save his wife Sita. A name like Rama will no doubt steer your little one towards a path of distinction worthy of worship.
Rama Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Rama is currently #2943 on The Bump
Boy:Rama is currently #2014 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Rama is currently #1631 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Rama is currently #10059 in U.S. births
Boy:Rama is currently #15695 in U.S. births
Girl:Rama is currently #18568 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#18568
in 2022
+ 5727
from 2021
Sources
Wisdom Library, Rama, Ramā, Rāmā, Rāma: 57 definitions
Behind the Name, Rama (2), January 2019
Behind the Name, Rama (1), April 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Rama
WordSense Dictionary, रमा
Britannica, Ramayana Indian epic, March 2024
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