Ravi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ravi originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'sun'. It has evolved through various forms in languages like Hindi and Tamil. The name is associated with brightness and warmth, reflecting positive traits. There is no biblical relevance. Ravi has maintained popularity in India and among Hindu cultures for centuries.
The name Ravi is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ravi has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Ravi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5842nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1479th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1320th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2194th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1939th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Ravi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ravi"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɑːvi/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ravi is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ravi' which means 'sun'. In Hindu mythology, Ravi is also associated with the sun god, Surya.
Meaning
sun
Language Evolution
Ravi (Sanskrit), Ravi (Hindi), Ravi (Tamil)
Historical Usage
Ravi has been a popular name in India and among Hindu cultures for centuries, often used in religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Ravindra, Ravish, Ravikumar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ravi is a well-regarded name in India and among Indian communities worldwide, often evoking positive associations with warmth and brightness.
Famous People
Ravi Shankar (musician), Ravi Kumar (athlete), Ravi Teja (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ravi"
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 "Ravi"
"Ravi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5842nd of 7552 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1479th of 10718 | 553 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1320th of 16616 | 1,058 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2194th of 24088 | 877 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1939th of 23106 | 938 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Ravi" 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) |
42.70% 1254th/2937 |
28.88% 1006th/3483 |
- |
36.35% 1470th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.05% 1181st/3685 |
16.94% 758th/4475 |
37.22% 1933rd/5194 |
22.00% 1390th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.95% 1922nd/4582 |
26.61% 1374th/5164 |
42.09% 3078th/7313 |
25.32% 1890th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
24.29% 1090th/4487 |
31.79% 2169th/6822 |
29.14% 1829th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ravi" 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 "Ravi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ravi" 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.