Declining since 2010, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Ranbir since 1994
Babies named Ranbir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 29 |
| 2010s | 125 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Ranbir is a distinctive Indian name derived from Sanskrit, combining 'rana' (war) and 'vira' (hero) to mean 'brave warrior'. Its use in the United States has been very limited: it first appeared in recorded data in 1994 and peaked in 2011. As of 2025, the name ranked 9,714th with an occurrence rate of about 1 in 244,000 boys. In recent years, Ranbir has been falling in popularity since 2010, and it has not been recorded among the top states for any U.S. region. Despite its rarity in the U.S., the name carries strong cultural resonance within South Asian communities, particularly among Hindus and Sikhs, where it remains a traditional choice for boys.
Ranbir derives from the Sanskrit elements 'rana' (war) and 'vira' (hero, brave). It is a traditional name among South Asian Hindus and Sikhs, often chosen for its strong, valorous connotations. The name gained wider recognition through notable figures in Indian cinema, though its use remains largely within communities of Indian origin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ran, Bir
Variants: Ranbir
Sibling names for Ranbir
Names that share Ranbir's style, for a brother or sister.
