What origin is the name Rahula?

Rahula comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Rahula?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Rahula — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Rahula?

Rahula starts with the syllable “Ra” (रा), which traditionally belongs to Chitra nakshatra, pada 3, in Tula rashi (Libra). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Rahula

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Rahula

Rahula

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Rahula is an Indian unisex name meaning "One who is enlightened".

With Indian roots, Rahula is a unisex name that means "One who is enlightened". It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

One who is enlightened

Popularity

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Quick answers about Rahula

What does Rahula mean?

Rahula is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "One who is enlightened".

How popular is Rahula?

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Brother names that go with Rahula

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Rahula

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Name numerology

9is the Chaldean number for Rahula.

Number 9 is linked with compassion, generosity and idealism.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ra (रा)
Rashi: Tula (Libra)
Nakshatra: Chitra, pada 3
Name number: 9

By tradition, names starting with “Ra” suit babies born in Chitra nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Tula rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.