Rama Names for Baby Boy & Girl
638 names with meanings and origins.
Rama, hero of the Valmiki Ramayana, is praised as Raghav, Raghunandan and Ramachandra — names that recall his family line, his truthfulness and his devotion to Sita.
Top picks
- Raghav — “A popular name for Lord Rama, meaning a descendant of King Raghu, signifying noble heritage.”
- Pattabhiram — “This Indian name means Lord Rama enthroned, celebrating the coronation and majesty of the Hindu deity Sri Ram.”
- Selvaram — “Prosperous Lord Rama”
- Ramaprasad — “Gift or blessing from Lord Rama”
- Aryaraj — “Another name of Lord Ram by Goddess Sita”
- Raghuvir — “The brave warrior of the Raghu clan; it represents the immense courage and valiant nature of a protector.”
- Kanaram — “Means "beloved Rama"; an Indian name rooted in Sanskrit. It honors the deity Rama while expressing affection.”
- Lavkush — “Refers to the twin sons of Lord Rama”
- Sangeetharaman — “Tamil/Sanskrit compound meaning a musical devotee of Lord Rama. Connects devotion with artistic expression.”
- Jeyram — “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Means the first king Rama; an Indian name honoring the noble deity of the Ramayana.”
- Abdheshअवधेश
Unisex · Indian · “A variant of Avadhesh, a Sanskrit name for Lord Rama, meaning 'King of Ayodhya'.”
- Ajaअज
Boy · Sanskrit · “Unborn, eternal — an epithet of Brahma the creator, and the name of Rama's grandfather in the Ramayana's Raghu dynasty.”
- Ajithramअजितराम
Unisex · Indian · “A compound name consisting of Ajith (invincible) and Ram (referring to Lord Rama).”
Boy · Indian · “Reincarnation of Lord Rama, Powerful, Undefeated”
Unisex · Indian · “Eternal devotee of Rama”
- Anantramஅனந்தராமன்
Boy · Tamil · “A combination name meaning the eternal Rama, symbolizing a person who is virtuous, steadfast, and holds timeless moral values.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means "pleasant Rama" or "small Rama"; a Sanskrit-derived name honoring the deity with an endearing tone.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means "beloved Lord Rama"; a traditional Indian name of Telugu origin.”
Unisex · Indian · “Devotee of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “A name combining the radiant sun and the lord Rama.”
Boy · Indian · “Another name of Lord Ram by Goddess Sita”
Unisex · Indian · “Compound of 'atma' (soul) and 'rama' (peace/delight). Describes one who finds happiness within themselves; a state of spiritual calm.”
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Unconquerable city (Lord Rama's birthplace)”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Lord of Ayodhya. A name of Rama in the Valmiki Ramayana and Rama Ashtottara Shatanamavali.”
Unisex · Indian · “Beloved father of Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to the younger form of the epic hero Rama. It is a classic masculine name associated with virtue.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama associated with strength”
Unisex · Indian · “Means "good Rama"; a Sanskrit name combining Bhala, meaning good, and the deity name Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama who is a descendant of Bhargava”
Unisex · Indian · “Small one who loves Rama”
Boy · Indian · “Son of Dasharatha (Rama)”
Boy · Indian · “Refers to the banner of ten, symbolic of Lord Rama. Used in Indian naming for its connection to mythology.”
Boy · Indian · “A variant of Dasharatha, the father of Rama. Used in traditional naming for its epic, historical significance.”
Boy · Indian · “Father of Lord Rama”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning conqueror of ten (Rama). Used to suggest strength and mastery.”
Unisex · Indian · “Dashagrivantaka means "destroyer of the ten-necked one" in Sanskrit. It is an epithet of Rama referring to his defeat of Ravana.”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning Lord of ten, referring to Rama. A variation of mythological naming patterns.”
Boy · Indian · “Father of Lord Rama (Father of Lord Rama)”
Girl · Indian · “Father of Lord Rama”
Boy · Indian · “A Man whose power is equal to the power of ten maharathis. rathi means chariot fighter (Rama''s father and King of Kosala)”
- Dasharathiதாசரதி
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning the son of Dasharatha, specifically referring to Lord Rama, signifying righteousness, virtue, and noble character.”
Boy · Indian · “Father of Rama (variant of Dasharatha)”
Boy · Indian · “Lord of ten (Rama)”
Boy · Indian · “A compound meaning wealth bestowed by the deity Rama. Used to signify both material and spiritual prosperity.”
Unisex · Indian · “A compound of deva (god) and rama (the deity). Means a gift from the gods, often given to a child who is a long-awaited blessing.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means Rama of the bow; an Indian name combining dhanur meaning bow and the name Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “One who carries a bow and arrows, typical of Lord Rama.”
- Dhanushதனுஷ்
Boy · Tamil · “A bow, symbolizing focus, aim, and strength; a name often associated with Lord Rama's prowess and determination.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means bow and Rama; an Indian name combining symbolic weapons with a traditional deity.”
Girl · Indian · “An epithet for Lord Shiva or Rama, meaning archer. Used to convey strength and a connection to divine warriors.”
- Dhanvineधन्विन
Boy · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit, this name means 'a bowman' or 'one who holds a bow.' It is frequently used as a title for Lord Rama, signifying strength and righteous aim.”
- Dilipदिलीप
Boy · Sanskrit · “A king, ancestor of rama; king, ancestor of lord rama; a king”
Boy · International · “Dukhiram combines Sanskrit-derived dukhi, meaning “sorrowful,” with Ram, a form of Rama, meaning “pleasing” and referring to the Hindu deity.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Ganesha and Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “The teacher who is like Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Strong, heroic, a devotee of Lord Rama”
- Hanumanहनुमान
Boy · Sanskrit · “Rama`s great devotee and servant; a devotee of lord ram, son of anjani; monkey god”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to Lord Hanuman, the devotee of Rama known for strength and devotion. Used as a name to invoke his qualities.”
- Hariramஹரிராம்
Boy · Tamil · “A combination of Lord Hari and Lord Ram, representing the ultimate source of righteousness, peace, and divine protection for humanity.”
Unisex · Indian · “A long form meaning the vision of both Hari (Vishnu) and Rama. It is a highly religious name used by devotees.”
Unisex · Indian · “Devotee of Lord Vishnu and Lord Rama”
- Ilayaperumalஇளையபெருமாள்
Boy · Tamil · “Refers to the younger Lord, often used as a respectful title for Lakshmana, the loyal brother of Lord Rama in Indian tradition.”
Unisex · Indian · “A devotional name expressing victory for Lord Rama; used to signify triumph and faith.”
- Jairamजयराम
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that translates to victory of Lord Rama. It is a popular devotional name in Hindu culture.”
- Janakibhushanजानकीभूषण
Boy · Sanskrit · “Ornament of janki; ornament of janki ( lord rama)”
- Janakinathஜானகிநாத்
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning 'Lord of Janaki', a name for Lord Rama, signifying devotion, righteousness, and the bond of a protective partner.”
- Janakiramanजानकीरमन
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning the husband of Janaki, referring specifically to Lord Rama in the Hindu epic Ramayana.”
Boy · Indian · “Sanskrit compound meaning the consort of Janaki (Sita). An epithet used to refer to Lord Rama in devotional contexts.”
Boy · Indian · “Combining 'Janki' (Sita) and 'nath' (lord). It refers to Lord Rama, the husband of Janki; a very traditional and religious name.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious light of Lord Rama”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning victory to Lord Ram. A traditional masculine name invoking divine success.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious follower of Rama”
Boy · Indian · “Victory of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Jeram is a Gujarati form of Jayaram, meaning "victory to Rama," from Sanskrit. Rama means "pleasing" or "delightful."”
Unisex · Indian · “Combines 'Jeyanth' (victorious) and 'Rama' (the deity). It refers to the victorious nature of Lord Rama in Hindu tradition.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Boy · Indian · “Victorious Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “A name honoring the victory of Rama and the divine essence.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means victorious Rama; a Tamil name connecting the element of victory with the traditional name Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Means victorious Rama; a variant spelling of the Tamil name linking triumph with the deity Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means victorious Rama; a variant spelling of the Tamil name emphasizing triumph alongside the name Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Means "victorious Rama"; a name combining the Sanskrit word for victory with the deity Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Victorious Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Radiant light of Rama”
Girl · Indian · “From Indian mythology, referring to the mother of Lord Ram. Used to denote motherhood and historical significance.”
Girl · Indian · “Mother of Bharat in Ramayan (Dashartha''s youngest queen and mother of Bharata who asked for Rama''s exile)”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Descendant of Kakutstha. A name of Rama in the Valmiki Ramayana and Rama Ashtottara Shatanamavali.”
Unisex · Indian · “Devotee of Lord Rama and Goddess Kali”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Ram of dark complexion”
Unisex · Indian · “Means "beloved Rama"; an Indian name rooted in Sanskrit. It honors the deity Rama while expressing affection.”
- Kapirathकपिरथ
Boy · Sanskrit · “Lord rama/arjun; one with monkey or sun on his chariot ( lord rama/arjun)”
Unisex · Indian · “Kasiraman combines Kashi, the sacred city of Varanasi, with Raman, a Tamil form of Sanskrit Rama, meaning "pleasing" or "delightful."”
- Kausalyaకౌసల్య
Girl · Tamil · “The name of Lord Rama's mother, signifying a woman who is skilled, kind-hearted, and from the Kosala region.”
Unisex · Indian · “The mother of Rama”
- Kaushaleshकौशलेश
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name signifies the King of Kaushal, which is a traditional title for Lord Rama.”
- Kaushalyaकौशल्या
Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name famously known as the name of Lord Rama's mother. It conveys a sense of maternal grace and virtue.”
Unisex · Indian · “From the matronymic Kaushalya, mother of Rama. Means the son of Kaushalya, identifying the bearer with a heroic epic figure.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means lord of the Kaushal kingdom, often used as an epithet for Lord Rama in Indian traditions.”
Unisex · Indian · “Kauslender is a variant of Kaushalendra, meaning 'lord of Kosala' in Sanskrit, a name associated with Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Kishnaram combines Kishan, a form of Krishna meaning "dark," with Rama, meaning "pleasing" or "delightful." Both names have Sanskrit roots.”
Unisex · Indian · “A bow, specifically the bow of Lord Rama”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Rama who bears the Kodanda bow. A name of Rama in the Valmiki Ramayana and Rama Ashtottara Shatanamavali.”
Unisex · Indian · “Koosalai is a Tamil form of Kausalya, meaning "of Kosala" in Sanskrit. Kausalya is the mother of Rama in the Ramayana.”
Unisex · Indian · “The lord who carries the sugarcane bow, often related to Rama or Cupid.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama holding a bow, an epithet for Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama who holds the bow”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama, the wielder of the bow”
Unisex · Indian · “Meaning son of Kausalya, the mother of Lord Rama. Used to honor this traditional mythological connection to greatness.”
Unisex · Indian · “A combination of the names Krishna and Rama. Used by families who hold deep devotion to both incarnations of the divine.”
- Kushकुश
Boy · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit tradition, this masculine name belongs to the son of Rama. It is often associated with the sacred grass used in rituals.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sacred grass; son of Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Brother of Rama”
- Lakhanलखन
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit masculine name famously known as the name of Lord Rama's devoted brother in the epic Ramayana.”
Unisex · Indian · “Prosperous; brother of Rama”
- Lakshmanलक्ष्मण
Boy · Sanskrit · “Brother of rama; brother of lord rama; brother of lord rama, prosperous”
- Lakshmiramanலட்சுமிராமன்
Boy · Tamil · “A beautiful name combining Lakshmi and Rama, signifying the charming Lord Vishnu who brings joy and is accompanied by prosperity.”
Unisex · Indian · “Combining regional terms for beloved and the deity Rama. A very common and affectionate devotional name for boys.”
Unisex · Indian · “A son of Lord Rama; a legendary hero”
- Lavलव
Boy · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit tradition, this is the name of Lord Rama's son. It can also mean a fragment or a small particle.”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to Lava and Kusha, the twin sons of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to the legendary twin sons of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to the twin sons of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Prosperous one, brother of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Means follower of Laxman; an Indian name derived from Sanskrit referring to the brother of Lord Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means fortunate or lucky; a classic Indian name derived from Sanskrit, often associated with the devoted brother of Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Beloved sons of Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Luckyraam combines English Lucky, meaning "fortunate," with Raam, a form of Sanskrit Rama, meaning "pleasing" or "delightful."”
- Luvலவ்
Boy · Tamil · “The name of one of Lord Rama's twin sons; it is a classic name representing heritage, bravery, and the legacy of the Ramayana.”
Unisex · Indian · “Refers to Luv and Kush, the twin sons of Lord Rama in the Ramayana. Symbolizes unity and legendary heritage.”
Unisex · Indian · “Son of Lord Rama; heroic figure in Hindu mythology”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhanaragavan combines Sanskrit Madana, meaning 'love' or 'passion,' with Raghavan, meaning 'descendant of Raghu,' a name of Rama.”
- Mahapurushमहापुरुष
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit title meaning 'great being' or 'supreme man,' it is frequently associated with the virtues of Lord Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Marichamathana means "destroyer of Maricha" in Sanskrit. It is an epithet of Rama, who defeated the demon Maricha.”
Unisex · Indian · “Attractive Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Charming Lord Rama or charming God”
Unisex · Indian · “Moolaram combines Sanskrit mula, meaning "root" or "foundation," with Ram, a form of Rama meaning "pleasing" or "delightful."”
Unisex · Indian · “Pearl-like Lord Rama”
- MuthuRamanமுத்துராமன்
Boy · Tamil · “A traditional name blending 'Muthu' (pearl) with 'Raman' (Lord Rama), signifying a person of precious and virtuous character.”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from 'Muthu' (pearl) and 'Rama-Kumar' (names of deities). It symbolizes something precious and divine; a traditional compound name.”
Boy · Indian · “Rama`s ancestor.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means protecting Rama; an Indian name derived from Sanskrit.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means protector of Rama; an Indian name derived from Sanskrit.”
Unisex · Indian · “Rama with an axe, a mythological figure”
- Parasmeपरस्मै
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name for Lord Rama that signifies the most superior or highest being.”
Unisex · Indian · “The mythological warrior sage Rama”
- Pareshaपरेशा
Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means the lord of lords. It is a title specifically associated with Lord Rama, representing supreme authority and divinity.”
- Parshuramपरशुराम
Boy · Marathi · “Rama of the axe, the sixth avatar of Vishnu known for his immense strength and warrior spirit.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Ram as the husband”
- Pattabhiramपट्टाभिराम
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name means Lord Rama enthroned, celebrating the coronation and majesty of the Hindu deity Sri Ram.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord Rama who is crowned”
Unisex · Indian · “Pinakamathana means "breaker of Pinaka," Shiva's bow, and is an epithet of Rama. It comes from Sanskrit Pinaka and mathana, "breaking" or "crushing."”
Unisex · Indian · “Devotee of Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Sacred Om and Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Means protected by Lord Ram; a traditional Indian name combining Puka, meaning to protect, and the deity Ram.”
Boy · Indian · “From 'purusha' (man) and 'uttama' (best). Means the supreme or greatest person. Often used as an epithet for Lord Rama or Vishnu.”
- Purushottamपुरुषोत्तम
Boy · Sanskrit · “Best among men; best amongst men, lord rama”
- Raamराम
Boy · Sanskrit · “Raam is a Sanskrit name referring to Lord Rama, an avatar of Vishnu. It signifies the supreme spirit and a godly nature.”
- Raamaanujरामानुज
Boy · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit, this name literally means the younger brother of Rama, famously referring to Lakshmana or the philosopher Ramanuja.”
Unisex · Indian · “Servant of Lord Rama”
- Raamdattராம்தத்
Boy · Tamil · “A spiritual name meaning a gift from Lord Rama, representing a child who is considered a divine blessing.”
Unisex · Indian · “A combined name representing the virtues of both Lord Rama and Lord Shiva.”
Boy · Indian · “Rooted in Indian languages as a reference to Lord Ram, the Lord of gods. Used as a respectful title for divine association.”
Unisex · Indian · “Describing Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Ragavanantham is a Tamil form of Sanskrit Raghavananda, meaning 'joy of Raghava.' Raghava is a name of Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Related to Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Ragaventan is a Tamil form of Raghavendra, meaning "lord of Raghu's descendants." Its roots are Sanskrit.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the Raghus, referring to Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Belonging to the Raghu clan”
- Raghavराघव
Boy · Indian · “A popular name for Lord Rama, meaning a descendant of King Raghu, signifying noble heritage.”
Boy · Indian · “Lord of God, Lord Ram, Ragavender God”
- Raghavanஇராகவன்
Boy · Indian · “A descendant of raghuvamsa, Often meaning Lord Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Raghave is a form of Raghava, a Sanskrit name meaning 'descendant of Raghu' and traditionally associated with Rama.”
- Raghavendraराघवेन्द्र
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning the best among the Raghus. It is a title often used to refer to the deity Lord Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the Raghus, an epithet for Rama”
Unisex · Indian · “Raghavishree combines Sanskrit-derived Raghavi, referring to the lineage of Raghu, with shri, meaning 'prosperity' or 'splendor.'”
Unisex · Indian · “Raghavy is a spelling of Raghavi, a feminine form of Sanskrit Raghava, meaning "descendant of Raghu."”
- Raghbirரகுபீர்
Boy · Tamil · “A name meaning the brave and courageous one of the Raghu clan, often used to refer to the heroic qualities of Lord Rama.”
- Raghuरघु
Boy · Sanskrit · “A prominent Sanskrit name referring to an ancient king of Avadh, who was a celebrated ancestor of Lord Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Raghubalan means "son of Raghu," combining Sanskrit Raghu, "swift," with Tamil balan, "boy" or "son."”
Unisex · Indian · “Brave hero of the Raghu clan”
Boy · Punjabi · “From Punjabi roots, an epithet for Lord Rama. Used as a traditional name honoring the deity.”
Unisex · Indian · “One who carries the Raghu lineage”
Unisex · Indian · “Possessing the virtues of the Raghu clan”
Unisex · Indian · “Best of the Raghu dynasty”
- Raghukumaraரகுக்குமாரா
Boy · Tamil · “A gentle name referring to the youthful prince of the Raghu dynasty, symbolizing a noble young man with a bright future.”
Unisex · Indian · “Descendant of the Raghu clan”
- Raghunandanरघुनंदन
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name referring to Lord Rama, specifically meaning the one who brings joy to the Raghu dynasty.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Joy of the Raghu dynasty. A name of Rama in the Valmiki Ramayana and Rama Ashtottara Shatanamavali.”
- Raghunathरघुनाथ
Boy · Tamil · “A title of Lord Rama meaning the lord or protector of the Raghu lineage, symbolizing leadership and virtue.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the Raghu clan”
Unisex · Indian · “Leader or guide of the Raghu clan”
- Raghupatiரகுபதி
Boy · Tamil · “A traditional name meaning the master or king of the Raghu family, signifying strength, virtue, and divine guidance.”
Boy · Indian · “A blend of names referring to Lord Rama, the ideal king. Used as a masculine name to inspire qualities of righteousness and honor.”
Unisex · Indian · “Rama, the noble hero of the Raghus”
Unisex · Indian · “From Raghu (lineage) and jam (born), meaning born of the Raghu lineage. Used to imply noble descent.”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning one with the qualities of Lord Rama. Used in Indian tradition to imply virtue.”
Boy · Indian · “The chosen Raghu”
Boy · Indian · “From Sanskrit, meaning the brave or heroic Lord Rama. A classic masculine name associated with valor and righteous conduct.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the Raghu clan”
- Raghuvirரகுவீர்
Boy · Tamil · “The brave warrior of the Raghu clan; it represents the immense courage and valiant nature of a protector.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Hero of the Raghus. A name of Rama in the Valmiki Ramayana and Rama Ashtottara Shatanamavali.”
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