Ravan

Meaning of Ravan

Ravan is a female name with origins in Hindi. In Hindi, it is pronounced as RAH-vahn (/rəˈvɑːn/), while in English, it is pronounced as RAY-vuhn (/reɪˈvən/). The name has a variation spelled as Ravyn. In terms of popularity, according to data for newborns in the United States of America, Ravan has been given to baby girls since at least 1977. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it peaked in 1999 when it ranked 12th with 7,715 occurrences. Although the name may have different associations and meanings across cultures and individuals, it exudes strength and uniqueness which could make it an appealing choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

Hindi

  • Pronunced as RAH-vahn (/rəˈvɑːn/)

English

  • Pronunced as RAY-vuhn (/reɪˈvən/)

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Notable People Named Ravan

Ravan A. G. Farhâdi - Professor Abdul Ghafoor Ravan Farhâdi is an Afghan academic and diplomat who served as Afghanistan's Ambassador to the United Nations from 1993 to 2006.
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