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Raghav

A name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'king' or 'ruler'; those with this name are often seen as natural leaders who possess a majestic presence and a generous, commanding spirit.

Key Stats

Total births1,335
GenderMale (40% / 60%)
Peak year2025
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1996
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 43%NJ — 28%TX — 19%IL — 7%MI — 3%

Notable People

Raja Bell (NBA Basketball Player) · Raja Gosnell (Film Director of Scooby-Doo) · Raja Kumari (Singer and Rapper) · Raja Rao (Influential Indian Novelist) · Raja Shehadeh (Lawyer and Award-winning Author)

Nicknames & Diminutives

RajRaji

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