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Ram

♂ Boy

Pronounced RAM /ˈræm/Low

Meaning: Pleasing, delightful, charming; name of the Hindu deity Rama, avatar of Vishnu.Low

In 30 seconds: Ram is a Sanskrit boy's name meaning 'pleasing, delightful, charming', and the name of the Hindu deity Rama.
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Origin LowSanskrit, Hebrew
MeaningPleasing, delightful, charming; name of the Hindu deity Rama, avatar of Vishnu.
U.S. rank (2024)#2144 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births69 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,074

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419702024

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

History & Origin

The name means pleasing and charming and belongs to Rama, an avatar of Vishnu and one of the most beloved figures in Hindu tradition. That divine link makes Ram a deeply respected name across India. Short and resonant, it carries both an everyday warmth and a sacred weight.

It is widely used in Indian cinema, borne by actors such as Ram Charan, star of 'RRR', and Ram Pothineni of Telugu films. The single strong syllable gives the name a clear, grounded sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Ram is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Ram — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Ram Charan (1985–present)
    Indian actor and producer in Telugu cinema, star of 'RRR'.
  • ★Ram Pothineni (1988–present)
    Indian actor in Telugu cinema.

If you like Ram…

Krishna— Another widely used Indian name for an avatar of Vishnu, like Rama.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Ram mean?

Ram is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Ram?

It's commonly said RAM /ˈræm/.

Is Ram a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Ram is used as a boy name.

How popular is Ram?

In 2024, Ram ranked #2144 in the U.S. for boys, with 69 births recorded.