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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who gazes admiringly (a captivating, beautiful sight)
- Origin
- Disputed / multiple unrelated origins (see note)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- RAH-nuh
Rana (RAH-nuh) means "one who gazes admiringly," a captivating, beautiful sight. Its origin is disputed, with more than one unrelated source in play, so you'll see it traced in different directions. It's a short, two-syllable name that's easy to say and easy to spell.
Meaning & Origin of Rana
Meaning: One who gazes admiringly (a captivating, beautiful sight).
Origin: disputed / multiple unrelated origins (see note).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rana
RAH-nuhIPA /ˈrɑːnə/
Popularity of Rana
Rana peaked in the U.S. at #1031 in 1971, with 120 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #3729 with 41 babies, so it's uncommon today and your child would be unlikely to share it with classmates.
Names Like Rana
These names have followed a similar path to Rana in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Rana mean?
One who gazes admiringly (a captivating, beautiful sight). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rana?
Rana is pronounced RAH-nuh (IPA: /ˈrɑːnə/).
Is Rana a popular name right now?
Rana peaked at #1031 in 1971 and is ranked #3729 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1942–2024.)
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