Holding steady.
Popularity of Raunak since 1998
Babies named Raunak per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 | 76 |
| 2010s | 0 | 75 |
| 2020s | 21 | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Raunak is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'light' or 'radiance', first appearing in U.S. Social Security records in 1998. It reached its peak popularity in 2006, though it has never cracked the top 1,000 names. The name's trajectory has been stable over the past decade, with no significant rise or decline. Raunak remains a distinctive choice, especially among families with Indian heritage, and its usage is concentrated in states with larger Indian-American communities. While not widely used, it carries a clear positive meaning and is easy to pronounce in English.
Raunak is derived from the Sanskrit word 'raunaka' (रौनक), which means 'light' or 'brilliance'. In modern usage, it is primarily a given name in India, especially among Hindu families. The name gained some popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in urban areas, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Roni, Nak
Variants: Rawnak, Ronak
Sibling names for Raunak
Names that share Raunak's style, for a brother or sister.
