Ramses Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAM-ses / /ˈræm.sɛs/Egyptian
Meaning
Born of Ra
Historical & Cultural Background
Ramses is a name of ancient Egyptian origin, associated with several pharaohs, most notably Ramses II, who ruled during the 19th Dynasty. The name signifies a connection to the sun god Ra, reflecting the importance of religion in ancient Egyptian culture. Ramses II is often regarded as one of Egypt's most powerful and celebrated pharaohs, known for his military achievements and monumental architecture.
Trend Summary
The name Ramses has seen limited use in modern times, often associated with historical or cultural references rather than contemporary popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ramesses
- Rameses
International Variants
- Ramsés (Spanish)
- Ramsès (French)
Famous people named Ramses
Ramses II was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns.
Ramses III was another notable pharaoh who ruled during the 20th Dynasty and is known for defending Egypt against invasions.
Fictional characters named Ramses
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ramses was first seen in the United States in 1970. Ramses has ranked as high as #1248 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ramses has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ramses (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 27 | |
| TX | 20 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 46 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 44 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 59 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 83 |
| 2002 | 92 |
| 2003 | 78 |
| 2004 | 92 |
| 2005 | 130 |
| 2006 | 120 |
| 2007 | 119 |
| 2008 | 152 |
| 2009 | 125 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 103 |
| 2012 | 86 |
| 2013 | 93 |
| 2014 | 98 |
| 2015 | 114 |
| 2016 | 127 |
| 2017 | 136 |
| 2018 | 120 |
| 2019 | 111 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 125 |