Find out how popular the first name Rini has been for the last 24 years (from 2000 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rini by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Rini is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Rini.

The history of the first name Rini

The name Rini is derived from the Sanskrit word "raani" meaning "queen" or "princess". It has its origins in ancient India, where it was commonly used as a name for girls from noble or royal families.

Rini is a shortened version of the name Ranjini, which was a popular name among Hindu women in medieval India. It also bears resemblance to the name Rani, which is a title of respect used for Indian queens and princesses.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rini can be found in the ancient Hindu epic poem, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Rini is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a servant of the Pandava princes.

In the 12th century, a famous Indian poet and scholar named Rini Dutta was known for her contributions to Sanskrit literature. She was born in the present-day state of West Bengal and wrote several works on poetry and grammar.

During the Mughal era in India (16th-18th century), Rini was a relatively common name among Muslim women. One notable bearer of the name was Rini Begum, a noblewoman and poet who lived in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar.

In the 19th century, Rini Devi was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. She was born in 1856 and played an active role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.

Another historical figure with the name Rini was Rini Bai, a renowned Indian classical dancer and courtesan who lived in the late 19th century. She was known for her expertise in the Kathak dance form and her performances in the royal courts of India.

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