Indian name meaning
Rama
⚥ UnisexRa·ma · 2 syllables
Pleasing; a name of Lord Rama; a name of Lakshmi
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
| R | a | m | a |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
2 + 1 + 4 + 1 = 8. So Rama carries the name number 8.
About the name Rama
Rama is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Pleasing; a name of Lord Rama; a name of Lakshmi.”
Spoken aloud it is Ra·ma — 2 syllables. Rama appears regularly in Indian public population records: recognisable, without being one of the most-used names.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rama mean?
Rama means “Pleasing; a name of Lord Rama; a name of Lakshmi.” It is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rama a boy or a girl name?
Rama is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Rama?
Rama is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Rama?
Rama has 2 syllables and is said as Ra·ma.
What is the numerology number of the name Rama?
In the Chaldean system, Rama has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
Is Rama a common name in India?
Rama appears 15 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “common.”
What names go well with Rama?
For a sibling to Rama, families often stay within the same Sanskrit naming tradition — Rachana, Radha, Raghav or Alok all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Rama?
Kshama, Sama, Anupama or Sudama share Rama's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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