Rahul
Pronunciation: [ r-uhh-OOL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rahul first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 3,324 babies have been named Rahul in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rahul is past its peak , currently ranked #18,121 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,121
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rahul
Rahul is a boy name .
Rahul is currently ranked #18,121 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rahul include Rah, Ray, Raie, and Rahkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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