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Ravin

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Pronounced RAH-vin /ˈrɑ.vɪn/Medium

Meaning: Ravin is linked to Sanskrit ravi, 'sun', the root behind Ravi and Ravina. In American use the same spelling is often read as a form of Raven, the bird name. Two routes meet here, which we flag.Low

In 30 seconds: Two roads: Sanskrit ravi means 'sun', while the same spelling reads as Raven in English (said 'RAH-vin'). Routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowSanskrit, English
MeaningRavin is linked to Sanskrit ravi, 'sun', the root behind Ravi and Ravina. In American use the same spelling is often read as a form of Raven, the bird name. Two routes meet here, which we flag.
U.S. rank (2024)#13113 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1993
Total births (all-time)≈ 988

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199319772024

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

Ravin draws on Sanskrit ravi, 'sun', the root of Ravi and Ravina. In the U.S., though, many read it as a spelling of Raven, the bird name. Which route a family intends varies, and the routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'RAH-vin').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, dual-rooted, and striking.

Did you know? Sanskrit ravi is one of the old names of the sun — the root behind Ravi and Ravina — while English Raven is a black bird, which makes Ravin a name of sun and shadow both.
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Ravin — Sanskrit ravi, 'sun'; also read as Raven variant

Variations

RavynRavenRavina

Nicknames

RavVinRae

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ravin mean?

Ravin ties to Sanskrit ravi, 'sun'; in American use it is often read as a form of Raven. The routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Ravin?

It's said RAH-vin /ˈrɑ.vɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first; some say RAY-vin.

Is Ravin a boy or girl name?

Ravin is used here for a girl; in India, Ravi-based names lean masculine, which we note.

How popular is Ravin?

Ravin is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.

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