Ramses
r(a)-mses,
ram-ses
US Popularity:3199
Origin:Egyptian
Meaning:Born of Ra
Ramses is a boy's name of Egyptian origin, meaning "born of Ra." In ancient Egypt, Ramses was the distinguished name of many pharaohs and prominent rulers. Egyptians worshipped Ra as a powerful deity who had command of the sun, the heavens, and all creation. If you want to honor your ancestral roots or bestow blessings on your little one, Ramses is a name with a real impact. You can also spell it as Ramesses or shorten it to Rami to form a cute nickname.
How Popular Is The Name Ramses?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ramses is currently #4435 on The Bump
Boy:Ramses is currently #2490 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ramses is currently #3199 in U.S. births
Boy:Ramses is currently #1508 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1508
in 2023
+ 153
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Ramses, June 2023
Behind the Name, Ramesses, April 2024
New World Encyclopedia, Ra (Egyptian God), May 2021
Name Doctor, Ramses
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