Rani Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-nee / /ˈrɑːni/Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: queen; Hebrew: song
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Rani' means queen and is often used in Indian culture to denote royalty. The name has been popular in various regions of India and is associated with strength and leadership. In Hebrew, it can mean 'song' and is sometimes used in Jewish communities. The name has gained recognition in various cultures due to its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Rani has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ranya
- Ranee
International Variants
- Rani (Hindi/India)
- Ranit (Hebrew)
Famous people named Rani
Rani Mukerji is an acclaimed Indian actress known for her work in Hindi cinema.
Rani Padmini was a legendary queen in Indian history, celebrated for her beauty and bravery.
Fictional characters named Rani
Rani is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Rani is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Chronicles - India', representing a skilled warrior.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rani was first seen in the United States in 1946. Rani has ranked as high as #1078 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Oklahoma, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Rani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 31 |
| 1970 | 38 |
| 1971 | 44 |
| 1972 | 42 |
| 1973 | 34 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 41 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 43 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 41 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 26 |