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Ragav

A masculine Hindu name derived from the Sanskrit meaning "Lord Shiva".

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Ragav. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ragav today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ragav births was 2007 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Ragav. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ragav. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

2007

5 babies that year

Average age

19

years old

2007 SSA rank

#13,918

Tracked since 2007

Popularity

Ragav: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Ragav by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ragav during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2000s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Ragav

The name Ragav has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language native to the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have emerged in the second millennium BCE, making it one of the oldest attested languages in the world. The name Ragav is derived from the Sanskrit word "Raghu," which means "swift" or "illustrious."

In Hindu mythology, Raghu was the name of a celebrated king from the Suryavamsha or the Solar Dynasty, who was known for his valor, wisdom, and righteousness. The epic poem Raghuvamsha, composed by the renowned Sanskrit poet Kalidasa in the 5th century CE, narrates the life and deeds of King Raghu and his illustrious descendants.

The earliest recorded use of the name Ragav can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used as a title or honorific for kings and warriors who displayed exceptional courage and leadership qualities. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ragav is found in the Mahabharata, the epic Sanskrit narrative that recounts the tale of the Kurukshetra War between the Pandavas and the Kauravas.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ragav. One of the most famous was Ragav Chandra, a renowned Indian poet and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He was known for his exceptional mastery of Sanskrit literature and his contributions to the field of poetry and linguistics.

Another notable figure was Ragav Pandit, a 12th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and is credited with developing advanced techniques for solving algebraic equations.

In the realm of spirituality, Ragav Ramana, a 19th-century Indian mystic and spiritual teacher, gained widespread recognition for his teachings on self-inquiry and the path to enlightenment. His teachings and writings continue to influence spiritual seekers around the world.

Moving forward in time, Ragav Gandhi, an Indian freedom fighter and social activist in the early 20th century, played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and actively participated in the non-violent resistance movement.

Another notable figure was Ragav Narayanan, an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who lived in the late 20th century. He was instrumental in popularizing and promoting the ancient Indian dance form of Bharatanatyam on a global scale, and his performances were widely acclaimed for their grace, precision, and artistic expression.

People

Ragav + last name combinations

How many people share a full name with Ragav as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.

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FAQ

Ragav: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Ragav?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ragav going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.

Is Ragav a common name?

We classify Ragav as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Ragav most popular?

The single biggest year for Ragav was 2007, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ragav is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ragav in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Ragav a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ragav in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Ragav still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Ragav in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ragav can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people are called Ragav?

You can see how many Americans are named Ragav on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.

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