Rani Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-nee / ˈrɑːniSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'queen'; Hindi: 'delight'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rani has its roots in Sanskrit, where it means 'queen' and is often used in various Indian languages. In Indian culture, the term 'Rani' is commonly associated with royalty and nobility. It is also used as a title for women of high status. The name is popular in India and among Indian communities worldwide.
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International Variants
- Rani (Hindi/India)
- Rani (Sanskrit/India)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rani was first seen in the United States in 1979. Rani has ranked as high as #1381 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Rani has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rani (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |