Ramin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-min / /ˈrɑː.mɪn/Persian; Arabic
Meaning
Persian: joyful; Arabic: a type of song
Historical & Cultural Background
Ramin is a name of Persian origin, commonly associated with literature and poetry. In Persian folklore, Ramin is a character from the tragic romance 'Khosrow and Shirin' by the poet Nezami. The name is also used in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it may refer to a type of song. It has gained popularity in various regions due to its melodic sound and cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Ramin has seen a steady presence in various cultures but remains relatively uncommon in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rameen
- Ramin
International Variants
- Ramin (Persian)
- Rameen (Persian)
Famous people named Ramin
Ramin Djawadi is a German-Iranian composer known for his work on television series such as 'Game of Thrones'.
Ramin Karimloo is a Canadian actor and singer recognized for his performances in musical theatre, particularly in 'Les Misérables'.
Fictional characters named Ramin
Ramin is a character in the Persian epic 'Khosrow and Shirin', known for his tragic love story.
Ramin is a character in the animated film 'The Last Unicorn', representing themes of love and loss.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ramin was first seen in the United States in 1963. Ramin has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ramin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ramin (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |