Raghav Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raghav is a name of Sanskrit origin that means 'descendant of Raghu'. It has its roots in the lineage of kings and is closely tied to Hindu mythology, particularly the epic Ramayana. The name has evolved from Raghu to Raghava and is traditionally used in India. Raghav represents noble traits and has gained popularity through cultural narratives. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Raghav is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Raghav has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Raghav' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7588th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2762nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Raghav' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raghav"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɑːɡʌv/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Raghav is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Raghu', which refers to a lineage of kings and is associated with the solar dynasty. It is often used to denote someone from the Raghu clan, made famous by Lord Rama in Hindu epics.
Meaning
Descendant of Raghu
Language Evolution
Raghu, Raghava
Historical Usage
The name Raghav gained popularity primarily in India, especially among followers of Hinduism, due to its association with the epic Ramayana and the revered figure of Lord Rama.
Variants & Derivatives
Raghava, Raghavendra, Raghu
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Raghav is viewed positively and is often associated with noble qualities, leadership, and strength, largely due to its mythological connections.
Famous People
Raghav Chadha, Raghav Juyal
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raghav"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Raghav"
"Raghav" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7588th of 16616 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2692nd of 24088 | 640 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2762nd of 23106 | 542 |
Regional Popularity of "Raghav" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
38.54% 1990th/5164 |
38.66% 2827th/7313 |
25.00% 1866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
47.16% 2116th/4487 |
53.84% 3673rd/6822 |
28.17% 1768th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Raghav" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raghav"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raghav" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.