Rama - girls name

Rama name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 29%

Rama name meaning:

The name "Rama" has multiple meanings and origins across different cultures. In Hinduism, Rama is a significant figure from the epic Ramayana. He is considered the seventh avatar of the god Vishnu and is revered as a symbol of righteousness, virtue, and courage. Rama's story symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, making the name Rama a popular choice for baby girls in Hindu families. It represents qualities such as strength, devotion, and perseverance.

In other cultures, the name Rama holds different meanings. In Arabic, Rama means "loving" and "kind," while in Hebrew, it is derived from the word "ramah," meaning "exalted" or "highly praised." The name also has roots in African, Japanese, and Indonesian cultures, with varying meanings such as "pleasing," "joyful," or "peaceful."

Overall, the name Rama carries with it a sense of nobility, spirituality, and positivity, regardless of the specific cultural context. It is a name that exudes qualities of strength, love, and virtue, making it a beautiful choice for a baby girl.

Origin: Hebrew

Exalted.

Related names

Rama , Ramadan , Ramazan

Other girls names beginning with R

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 3961 out of 5581

5 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -412
  • 5yrs

    -3961
  • 1yr

    -3961

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Rama

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Rama from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Rama in 2024