Girl name
Rana name meaning
“a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit”
Rana is a feminine name commonly linked to two possible sources: Arabic ranā, meaning to gaze for a long time, and Sanskrit raṇa, meaning battle. Its meaning therefore depends on the intended source. The Latin spelling Rana alone does not identify which linguistic origin is intended.
What does Rana mean?
A lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
In Indonesian: tatapan lama; pertempuran dalam Sanskerta
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Rana
The name has several possible origins: Arabic ranā means to gaze for a long time, while Sanskrit raṇa means battle. The Latin spelling alone does not identify the intended origin.
Rana in Islam and the Quran
Rana does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Rana
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rana, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Purnama: the moon in its full phase
- Sekar: blossom, flower
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Meaning of each word
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Kartinah: deed, work
- Novianti: associated with November
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Rana Niken
Meaning of each word
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Niken: girl, young woman
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Meaning of each word
- Satriani: associated with a knight or warrior
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Novia: associated with November
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Rana Derita
Meaning of each word
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Derita: hardship or distress
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Meaning of each word
- Rana: a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit
- Patmawati: possessing lotuses
- Afrilia: born in April
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How to pronounce Rana
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rana/ |
| Arabic script | رنا |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮔ |
Is Rana a girl’s name?
Yes, Rana is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 20% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Rana ranks #1,543 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Rana
Famous people named Rana
- Rana Falona Rayar · b. 2002
- Rana Rudiana · b. 1970
- Rana Swadayana
FAQ about the name Rana
What is the meaning of Rana?
Rana means a lingering gaze; battle in Sanskrit. The name has several possible origins: Arabic ranā means to gaze for a long time, while Sanskrit raṇa means battle. The Latin spelling alone does not identify the intended origin.
Is Rana a girl’s name?
Yes, Rana is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 20% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rana?
Rana is of Arabic and Sanskrit origin.
Is the name Rana in the Quran?
Rana does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Rana have?
Rana has 2 syllables (Ra-na) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Rana?
Rana ranks #1,543 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Rana?
Some ideas: Rana Purnama Sekar; Rana Kartinah Novianti; Rana Niken.
Famous people named Rana?
Notable people named Rana include Rana Falona Rayar, Rana Rudiana, Rana Swadayana.
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