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RamayanHindu Unisex Hindu name meaning

God's Name

Pronunciation: /rɑːˈmeɪən/

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Name
Ramayan
Meaning
God's Name
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Bengali
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
/rɑːˈmeɪən/
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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What does Ramayan mean?

Ramayan is a unisex name from Hindu origin meaning "God's Name". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: /rɑːˈmeɪən/. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ramayan

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है God's Name

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/rɑːˈmeɪən/

IPA

[rɑːmɑːjəɽ]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ramayan is listed as a hindu unisex name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is God's Name. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

RedPinkOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Ramayan is a name with a 3 Life Path Number, indicating creativity, self-expression, and communication. People with this name often have a deep connection to the arts, and they can be very persuasive and expressive in their communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

LoyaltyBraveHonorValorLoveCompassionateGentleWise

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Ramayana is a spiritual name that represents the journey or path of God in our lives. It is a reminder of the divine presence that guides us through life's challenges.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The Hindu epic "Ramayana," one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India (the other being the Mahabharata), profoundly influenced Indian society, arts, and literature, and remains a cornerstone of Indian culture today. It is composed of 24,000 verses and is replete with narratives of duty, love, honor, friendship, war, and morality. The epic's characters − Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, Hanuman, and other gods and demons − have continuously inspired countless works of poetry, painting, music, dance, and theater across India. In popular culture, Rama is still revered as a moral exemplar, and the Ramayana is recited, enacted, and taught to generations.
The Ramayana carries significant spiritual significance for Hindus. The epic's storyline revolves around the life of Rama, an incarnation of God Vishnu, who embodies virtue, truth, and unwavering devotion to duty, establishing the Path of Dharma. Through the actions and teachings of Rama, the epic illustrates the concepts of God in Hinduism, the nature of the universe, and the fundamental ethical values for living a spiritual, meaningful life, promoting self-realization, and ultimately, liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth (Moksha).

Historical Usage

Historical References

The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic that is one of the two major Sanskrit epics, the other being the Mahabharata. It depicts the journey of Prince Rama, relating his war against the demon king Ravana who abducted his wife Sita.

circa 4th century BCE

The Ramayana is believed to have been composed by the sage Valmiki from around 300 BCE to 100 CE, with later additions and revisions. It has been widely influential in the Indian subcontinent, shaping Hinduism and inspiring various forms of art, including theatre, music, and painting.

circa 4th century BCE to 1st century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ramayan (Notable Hindu figure)Ramayan (Contemporary Indian personality)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Ramayan

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है God's Name

🇮🇳Hindi

रामायण

स्तोरिया ऑफ लोर्ड राम

🇮🇳Tamil

Ramayan

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் God's Name

🇮🇳Telugu

Ramayan

హిందూ పేరు అంటే God's Name

🇮🇳Marathi

Ramayan

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God's Name

🇧🇩Bengali

Ramayan

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God's Name

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