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Raaga

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Pronounced RAH-gah /ˈrɑ.ɡɑ/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit raga, 'a melody; a musical mode/framework in Indian classical music'; also 'color; passion; delight'Low

In 30 seconds: A melody; a musical mode: Raaga is Sanskrit. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'RAH-gah').
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Origin LowIndian, Sanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit raga, 'a melody; a musical mode/framework in Indian classical music'; also 'color; passion; delight'
U.S. rank (2025)#6765 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 148

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202520042025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Raaga comes from the Sanskrit raga, 'a melody; a musical mode/framework in Indian classical music'; also 'color; passion; delight'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'RAH-gah').

In the U.S. it appears in Indian (especially South Indian) families. Rare, a-melody at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Raaga means 'a melody; a musical mode' in Sanskrit (the framework of Indian classical music) — also 'color; passion' — a lyrical, musical name (said 'RAH-gah').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Raaga — Sanskrit etymology

Variations

RagaRagaaRagini

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raaga mean?

Raaga is Sanskrit for 'a melody; a musical mode' (the framework of Indian classical music); also 'color; passion'.

How do you pronounce Raaga?

It's said RAH-gah /ˈrɑ.ɡɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Raaga a boy or girl name?

Raaga is a girl's name.

How popular is Raaga?

Raaga is a very rare name in the U.S.

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