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Ravina

rah-VEE-nah · Derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'sun' or 'radiant'.

2025 rank (girls)
#14,942
Babies named in 2025
5
Peak popularity
1996
2025 frequency
1 in 321,453 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2019

Rising since 2019, #14,942 for girls today.

Popularity of Ravina since 1992

Babies named Ravina per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812200020102020Most births 1996Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s59
2000s10
2010s17
2020s24

Meaning & origin

Ravina is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'sun' or 'radiant', derived from the word 'ravi'. It entered U.S. records in 1992, with its peak popularity in 1996. As of 2025, it is given to about 1 in 321,453 babies, ranking 14,942. While its trajectory has been rising since 2019, it remains a rare choice. The name carries a warm, luminous meaning and is used primarily within Indian communities.

Ravina is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from 'ravi' meaning 'sun'. It is related to the name Ravi, a classical name for the sun god in Hindu mythology. The name has been used in India and among the Indian diaspora, particularly since the late 20th century, and has a modern, melodic quality.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ravi, Vina, Ravy

Sibling names for Ravina

Names that share Ravina's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ravina mean?
Ravina means 'sun' or 'radiant' in Sanskrit.
How popular is the name Ravina?
Ravina is currently ranked 14,942 in the U.S. As of 2025, it is given to about 1 in 321,453 babies.
Is Ravina a boy or girl name?
Ravina is primarily a girl's name.