Ramin
Ramin is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Joyful, cheerful, or tranquil.
Origin and history
Ramin is a given name of Persian origin, historically associated with a hero in classical Persian folklore, specifically the romance Vis and Rāmīn. It carries meanings related to joy, cheerfulness, or tame, tranquil character. In the United States, it is a relatively rare male name, primarily used within Iranian-American and broader Middle Eastern diaspora communities.
Popularity in the United States
677 babies in the United States have been named Ramin since 1880. It ranks #3999 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1877.
States where it is most popular
- CA (93.3 %)
- NY (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 37 |
| 1970-1980 | 98 |
| 1980-1990 | 178 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 89 |
| 2010-2019 | 118 |
| 2020-2029 | 50 |
Famous people named Ramin
- Ramin Karimloo: actor, singer
- Ramin Djawadi: composer
- Ramin Bahrani: director, screenwriter
Fun facts
- Ramin is the hero of 'Vis and Rāmīn', an influential 11th-century Persian romantic poem.
- The name stems from ancient Middle Persian roots associated with happiness, peace, and obedience.