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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gazing; queenly
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- RAH-nee-ah
Rania is an Arabic name for a girl, pronounced RAH-nee-ah, and it means "gazing" or "queenly." It has a worldly, romantic, storybook feel, with soft vowels that make it easy to say and hear.
Meaning & Origin of Rania
Meaning: Gazing; queenly.
Origin: Arabic.
How to Pronounce Rania
RAH-nee-ahIPA /ˈrɑːniə/
Popularity of Rania
Rania has stayed uncommon in the U.S. since Social Security records began in 1963. It peaked at #1660 in 2006 with 128 girls given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #2001 with 98.
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FAQ
What does the name Rania mean?
Gazing; queenly.
How do you pronounce Rania?
Rania is pronounced RAH-nee-ah (IPA: /ˈrɑːniə/).
Is Rania a popular name right now?
Rania peaked at #1660 in 2006 and is ranked #2001 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1963–2024.)
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