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Raunak

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Pronounced ROW-nuk /ˈraʊ.nək/Medium

Meaning: Raunak is a Hindi and Urdu word, ultimately of Persian origin, meaning 'splendour, brightness, liveliness' — the glow and bustle of a place full of life. In India and Pakistan it is used mostly as a boy's name, and we flag that lean honestly for families choosing it for a daughter.Medium

In 30 seconds: A word full of light: Raunak is Hindi and Urdu for 'splendour, liveliness' (said 'ROW-nuk'). In India it is usually a boy's name — we flag the lean honestly.
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Origin MediumHindi, Urdu
MeaningRaunak is a Hindi and Urdu word, ultimately of Persian origin, meaning 'splendour, brightness, liveliness' — the glow and bustle of a place full of life. In India and Pakistan it is used mostly as a boy's name, and we flag that lean honestly for families choosing it for a daughter.
U.S. rank (2024)#17086 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 11

History & Origin

Raunak is a Hindi and Urdu word of Persian ancestry meaning 'splendour', 'brightness', 'liveliness' — the particular glow of a place brimming with life and company. It is a warm, celebratory word and a well-established given name in South Asia, where it is used chiefly for boys. Given here to a girl, that lean matters, and we flag it honestly so families choose with open eyes (said 'ROW-nuk').

For girls it is very rare in the U.S., against established boys' use in South Asia. Bright, festive, and vivid.

Did you know? In Hindi and Urdu, raunak is the glow of a lively place — a festival street, a crowded courtyard. It is used mostly for boys in India and Pakistan, which we flag for families choosing it here (said 'ROW-nuk').
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Raunak — Hindi/Urdu 'splendour, liveliness'; Persian root; male-leaning in South Asia

Variations

RounakRonakRaunaq

Nicknames

RauNak

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Ronak— echoes that soft -ak sound
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raunak mean?

Raunak is Hindi and Urdu for 'splendour, brightness, liveliness' — the glow of a place full of life.

How do you pronounce Raunak?

It's said ROW-nuk /ˈraʊ.nək/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Raunak a boy or girl name?

In India and Pakistan Raunak is used mostly as a boy's name. It is given here to a girl, and we flag that lean honestly.

How popular is Raunak?

For girls Raunak is very rare in the U.S.; in South Asia it is better known as a boys' name.

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