Rama

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Meaning

Joy

Linguistic Origin

Sanskrit

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Southeast Asia

Global Spellings

Arabic راما

Urdu راما

Persian راما

Bengali রাম

Pashto راما

Alternate Spellings

Ramah

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Rama is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Joy', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Indonesian regions, Rama has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

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Etymology

From the Sanskrit Rama, the epic hero of the Ramayana retained in the Javanese wayang tradition.

Notable Historical Usage

Naming in the subcontinent draws on a shared stock across communities, so Sanskrit vocabulary and Arabic and Persian names have long circulated in the same regions and sometimes in the same families.