Ras

Pronunciation: [ r-AS ]

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Boy Name #32,119 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Ras is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-AS.

Parents who love the name Ras often also consider Dea, Kallai, Worn .

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Historical Record

Ras first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.

Over 163 babies have been named Ras in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Ras is past its peak , currently ranked #32,119 for boy names in the US .

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Current Rank
Peaked 1951 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#32,119
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ras

Is Ras a boy or girl name?
Ras is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Ras?
Ras is pronounced r-AS.
How popular is the name Ras?
Ras is currently ranked #32119 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Ras a common or rare name?
Ras is an uncommon name, ranked #32119 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Ras?
Ras pairs well with Dea, Kallai, Worn, Elvia in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Ras?
Related spellings include Rashad, Rashawn, Rashaad, Rashid.

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About the Name Ras

Ras is a boy name .

Ras is currently ranked #32,119 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Ras include Rashad, Rashawn, Rashaad, Rashid, Rasheed . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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