Raghav

Raghav: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Raghav

  • A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.

Etymology

Borrowed from Sanskrit राघव (rāghava).

How popular is Raghav?

87U.S. babies in 2025
#1835peak rank (2025)
1,335babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,335 boys in the U.S. have been named Raghav. Its highest rank for boys was #1835 in 2025. In 2025, 87 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

1880192019602000202587 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Raghav FAQ

What does the name Raghav mean?

A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit राघव (rāghava).

What is the origin of the name Raghav?

Raghav is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.

How popular is the name Raghav?

Since 1880, 1,335 boys in the U.S. have been named Raghav. Its highest rank for boys was #1835 in 2025. In 2025, 87 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Raghav a boy or girl name?

Raghav is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,335 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.