Ravi Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-vee / /ˈrɑː.vi/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Sun; Hindi: One who brings light
Historical & Cultural Background
Ravi is a common name in India and is derived from the Sanskrit word for 'sun'. In Hindu mythology, Ravi is often associated with the sun god Surya. The name is prevalent in various Indian cultures and is used in both religious and secular contexts. It symbolizes brightness and energy, reflecting positive attributes.
Trend Summary
Ravi has maintained steady popularity in the United States, particularly within Indian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ravee
- Ravi
International Variants
- Ravi (Hindi/India)
- Ravie (English)
Famous people named Ravi
Ravi Shankar was a renowned Indian sitar virtuoso and composer, known for bringing Indian classical music to the Western world.
Ravi Kumar is an Indian politician who has served in various capacities within the government.
Ravi Bopara is an English cricketer who has played for the England national team.
Ravi Teja is a popular Indian film actor known for his work in Telugu cinema.
Fictional characters named Ravi
Ravi is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard', serving as a member of the team.
Ravi is a character in the book series 'The Chronicles of Narnia', known for his adventurous spirit.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ravi was first seen in the United States in 1963. Ravi has ranked as high as #1194 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Florida, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Ravi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ravi (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
MA | 36 | |
FL | 18 | |
PA | 14 | |
CA | 13 | |
NY | 9 | |
SC | 8 | |
CT | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1963 | 7 |
1964 | 11 |
1965 | 6 |
1966 | 9 |
1967 | 22 |
1968 | 32 |
1969 | 26 |
1970 | 32 |
1971 | 29 |
1972 | 29 |
1973 | 37 |
1974 | 35 |
1975 | 47 |
1976 | 52 |
1977 | 37 |
1978 | 48 |
1979 | 51 |
1980 | 61 |
1981 | 44 |
1982 | 61 |
1983 | 41 |
1984 | 69 |
1985 | 78 |
1986 | 80 |
1987 | 82 |
1988 | 75 |
1989 | 82 |
1990 | 88 |
1991 | 59 |
1992 | 63 |
1993 | 60 |
1994 | 56 |
1995 | 46 |
1996 | 74 |
1997 | 66 |
1998 | 67 |
1999 | 67 |
2000 | 58 |
2001 | 48 |
2002 | 52 |
2003 | 50 |
2004 | 57 |
2005 | 60 |
2006 | 68 |
2007 | 42 |
2008 | 55 |
2009 | 51 |
2010 | 39 |
2011 | 52 |
2012 | 45 |
2013 | 53 |
2014 | 60 |
2015 | 47 |
2016 | 50 |
2017 | 44 |
2018 | 49 |
2019 | 57 |
2020 | 72 |
2021 | 94 |
2022 | 119 |
2023 | 127 |
2024 | 166 |