Raghunandan
Raghunandan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Joy of the Raghu clan; Rama”.
| Meaning | Joy of the Raghu clan; Rama |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ರಘುನಂದನ್ |
| Pronunciation | ruh-goo-NUN-dun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Raghunandan
Raghunandan joins Raghu, the legendary king whose dynasty Rama belongs to, with nandana, 'son' or 'one who delights'. It means 'delight' or 'son of the Raghu line', a well-loved name of Lord Rama. Kalidasa's Raghuvamsha tells the history of this dynasty. The name is used throughout India, often shortened to Raghu. In Bengal it is pronounced closer to Roghunondon.
Is Raghunandan a Hindu name?
Raghunandan is a Hindu name of Lord Rama, used in devotional songs and in the Ramcharitmanas tradition.
How popular is Raghunandan?
Used across India; Raghu is a common short form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raghunandan mean?
Raghunandan means 'Joy of the Raghu clan; Rama'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Raghunandan a Hindu name?
Raghunandan is a Hindu name of Lord Rama, used in devotional songs and in the Ramcharitmanas tradition.
How do you pronounce Raghunandan?
Raghunandan is pronounced ruh-goo-NUN-dun.
Is Raghunandan a boy or girl name?
Raghunandan is usually a boy name.