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Rana
Rana is a name of Arabic and Persian origin meaning 'joyful' or 'delightful.' It conveys a sense of happiness and positivity, often associated with someone who embodies a cheerful spirit and brings joy to others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,732 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1961 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 27%NY — 23%MI — 23%IL — 14%TX — 14%
Notable People
Rana Daggubati (Indian actor, *Baahubali* series) · Rana Plaza (site of a tragic building collapse in Bangladesh, raising awareness for garment industry safety) · Rana El Kaliouby (Computer scientist, co-founder of Affectiva) · Rana Hussain (Pakistani cricketer) · Rana Naved-ul-Hasan (Pakistani cricketer)
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