Raman
Raman is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Pleasing, beloved, delightful”.
| Meaning | Pleasing, beloved, delightful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रमण |
| Pronunciation | RUM-un |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Raman
Raman comes from the Sanskrit ramaṇa, 'delightful, charming, beloved', from the same root as Rama. It can also be an epithet of Krishna or Vishnu as the one who delights his devotees. The Indian physicist C. V. Raman, who won the Nobel Prize in 1930, carried it as his family name, and the sage Ramana Maharshi bore a closely related form. Among Punjabis Raman is often given to girls as well as boys.
Is Raman a Hindu name?
Raman is used by Hindu families and also by Sikhs, where it is unisex and paired with Singh or Kaur.
How popular is Raman?
Familiar across India, and common as a short form in Punjabi names.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raman mean?
Raman means 'Pleasing, beloved, delightful'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Raman a Hindu name?
Raman is used by Hindu families and also by Sikhs, where it is unisex and paired with Singh or Kaur.
How do you pronounce Raman?
Raman is pronounced RUM-un.
Is Raman a boy or girl name?
Raman is usually a boy name.