Find out how popular the first name Ramesha has been for the last 19 years (from 1981 to 1999) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ramesha by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Ramesha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1999, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ramesha.

The history of the first name Ramesha

The name Ramesha has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. Sanskrit was the classical literary language of the Indian subcontinent, and many Hindu names and words derive from it. Ramesha is a combination of two Sanskrit words: "Rama," which means "pleasing" or "delightful," and "isha," meaning "lord" or "master."

The name Ramesha is closely associated with the Hindu deity Lord Rama, who is considered an avatar (incarnation) of the god Vishnu. Rama is the central figure in the ancient Sanskrit epic Ramayana, one of the two major Hindu epics. The Ramayana narrates the story of Rama, his wife Sita, and his journey across India accompanied by his devotee brother Lakshmana.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Ramesha can be found in the Puranas, a vast genre of Hindu religious texts composed between the 3rd and 10th centuries CE. The Puranas contain numerous stories and legends related to various Hindu deities, including Rama and his incarnations.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Ramesha. One of the earliest was Ramesha Svami (1608-1687), a Hindu philosopher and scholar who wrote extensively on the Advaita Vedanta philosophy. Another prominent individual was Ramesha Chandra Dutta (1824-1909), a Bengali writer, philosopher, and social reformer who advocated for the rights of women and opposed child marriage.

In the 20th century, Ramesha Nath Bajpai (1900-1980) was an Indian diplomat and statesman who served as the second Governor-General of India from 1948 to 1950. Ramesha Chandra Majumdar (1888-1980) was a renowned Indian historian and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Indian history and culture.

Another notable figure was Ramesha Chandra Dutt (1848-1909), a Bengali writer, translator, and civil servant who translated several Sanskrit literary works into English, including the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. His translations helped to popularize Indian literature in the West.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Ramesha throughout history. The name continues to be popular among Hindus, particularly those from the Indian subcontinent, as a way to honor and pay tribute to the revered deity Lord Rama.

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