राघव

Raghav

boySanskritHindu

Raghav is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Descendant of Raghu; Lord Rama”.

MeaningDescendant of Raghu; Lord Rama
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Written asराघव
PronunciationRAA-ghuv
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia, United States

Meaning and origin of Raghav

Raghav comes from the Sanskrit Rāghava, 'descendant of Raghu', the great king of the solar dynasty. Because Rama was born into Raghu's line, Raghava is one of his most familiar titles in the Ramayana and in devotional hymns. The name is popular across India and has a modern, confident sound. It is also spelled Raghava in South India.

Is Raghav a Hindu name?

Raghav is a direct name of Rama, so it carries strong Hindu devotional meaning.

How popular is Raghav?

Popular in India and among Indian families abroad.

Gifts with the name Raghav

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Spellings and variants of Raghav

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Raghav mean?

Raghav means 'Descendant of Raghu; Lord Rama'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Raghav a Hindu name?

Raghav is a direct name of Rama, so it carries strong Hindu devotional meaning.

How do you pronounce Raghav?

Raghav is pronounced RAA-ghuv.

Is Raghav a boy or girl name?

Raghav is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.