Raghav
Boy name · Sanskrit · pronounced RAG-hav
Verified name
What does Raghav mean?
Of the raghu dynasty, born of a noble line
Origin and language
Sanskrit
Language family: Sanskrit|Hindi
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 851 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is uncommon. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 1066 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Raghu
Variant: Raghav, Raghava
Related: Ram
Using Raghav across cultures
An ancient regal name linked to Lord Rama.
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