Raman
Pronunciation: [ r-AYM-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Raman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 332 babies have been named Raman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raman is past its peak , currently ranked #29,586 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,586
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Raman
Raman is a boy name .
Raman is currently ranked #29,586 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Raman include Ram, Ray, Raie, and Ramkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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