Rakesh

Q: How popular is the name Rakesh?

Rakesh is ranked #19579 in popularity for boy names.

Boy Name #19,579 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Rakesh is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Rakesh often also consider Nora, Blythe, Renald .

Popularity Over Time

#19,579

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #19,579
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Rakeem #4866

Nicknames

Rak Ray Rakie Rakeie

Middle Name Ideas

Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style

Rakesh Angel

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Rakesh Bennett

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Rakesh Dominic

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Rakesh Charles

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Rakesh Brooks

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Rakesh Andrew

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Rakesh Adriel

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Rakesh Jayden

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rakesh

Is Rakesh a boy or girl name?

Rakesh is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Rakesh?

Rakesh is currently ranked #19579 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Rakesh?

Common nicknames for Rakesh include Rak, Ray, Rakie, and Rakeie.

Is Rakesh a common or rare name?

Rakesh is an uncommon name, ranked #19579 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Rakesh

Rakesh is a boy name .

Rakesh is currently ranked #19,579 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Rakesh include Rak, Ray, Rakie, and Rakeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Rakesh include Rakeem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.