Raghav
Meaningdescendant of Raghu, Rama · Sanskrit
Raghav is an Indian boy name meaning “descendant of Raghu, Rama”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Raghav would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationRaghav is having its moment right now. Most Raghavs are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Raghav would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 19,646 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryRaghav first shows up in US birth records in 1990, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 35 years since.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Raghavs? Head to New Jersey, where it's the #655 boy name, its best showing of any state.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Raghav
Raghav is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “descendant of Raghu, Rama”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Raghav
What does the name Raghav mean?
Raghav means “descendant of Raghu, Rama” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Nolan (“descendant of Nuallán”), Quinn (“descendant of Conn”), Lennon (“descendant of Leannán”) and Callahan (“descendant of Ceallachán”).
What is the origin of the name Raghav?
Raghav is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Raghav a boy or girl name?
Raghav is a boy name. In 2025, 87 US boys were named Raghav.
How popular is the name Raghav?
Raghav ranked #1,826 for US boys in 2025, given to 87 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 2,872 places.
What names are similar to Raghav?
If you like Raghav, you might also like Nolan, Quinn, Lennon and Callahan.
What should I know before naming my baby Raghav?
Raghav is an Indian boy name meaning “descendant of Raghu, Rama”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.