Rani
Rani first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1971, when 44 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Rani popular?
Vintage Rani is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1971.
| 2020s | 174 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 231 | |
| 2000s | 309 | |
| 1990s | 331 | |
| 1980s | 264 | |
| 1970s | 377 | |
| 1960s | 152 | |
| 1950s | 50 | |
| 1940s | 23 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Rani mean?
From Sanskrit 'rajni' (rani), the feminine of 'raja', meaning 'queen'. Used for both a queen regnant and a raja's wife across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rani mean?
Rani means queen. From Sanskrit 'rajni' (rani), the feminine of 'raja', meaning 'queen'. Used for both a queen regnant and a raja's wife across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.
What is the origin of the name Rani?
Rani is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Rani?
Rani is pronounced “RAH-nee.”
Is Rani a boy or a girl name?
Rani is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Rani a popular name right now?
Rani is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1971.
How popular is the name Rani?
In 2025, Rani ranked #4528 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Rani most popular?
Rani was most popular in 1971, when about 44 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Rani?
Names similar to Rani include Gauri, Nishka, Ishita, Riddhi, Charvi.
What names go well with Rani?
sanskrit names that pair well with Rani include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.