Ramya
Ramya is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beautiful, delightful, pleasing”.
| Meaning | Beautiful, delightful, pleasing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रम्या |
| Pronunciation | RUM-yaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Ramya
Ramya is the Sanskrit ramyā, 'lovely, delightful, charming', from the same root ram 'to delight' that gives Rama and Raman. In classical poetry the word describes beautiful places, seasons and people. The name is particularly popular in South India, in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada families. The Kannada actress and politician known as Ramya is a well-known bearer.
Is Ramya a Hindu name?
Ramya is a Sanskrit name used mainly by Hindu families; it describes beauty rather than naming a deity.
How popular is Ramya?
Common in South India and among South Indian families abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Ramya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ramya mean?
Ramya means 'Beautiful, delightful, pleasing'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ramya a Hindu name?
Ramya is a Sanskrit name used mainly by Hindu families; it describes beauty rather than naming a deity.
How do you pronounce Ramya?
Ramya is pronounced RUM-yaa.
Is Ramya a boy or girl name?
Ramya is usually a girl name.