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Name
Ratan
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
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Ratan (रतन) is a masculine first name that appears in the Bengali language as a variant of Ratna. Its meaning is "the jewel" or "the handsome one."

What does the name Ratan mean?

The masculine first name Ratan (रतन) originates from Bengali and is a variation of the name Ratna. It means "the jewel" or "the handsome one." The roots of the name lie in Sanskrit, where it is derived from the term ratna (रत्न), which means "gem," "treasure," or "precious thing."

Where does the name Ratan come from?

The name Ratan has its origins in Sanskrit and means "the jewel."

How do you pronounce Ratan?

Ra-tan

Popularity

In Germany, Ratan is a rather rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. The best ranking Ratan has achieved so far was in 2017, when it reached 1,823rd place in the Italian name charts. In the past ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times there, placing it 4,357th in the ten-year statistics. From 1999 to 2024, it ranks 5,981st in Italy.

Famous people

  • Ram Ratan Bhatnagar (writer from India)
  • Ratan Lal Basu (Indian writer)
  • Ratan Nath Dhar Sarshar (Indian writer)
  • Ratan Parimoo (artist from India)
  • Ratan Rajput (actor from India)
  • Ratan Shankar Mishra (mathematician from India)
  • Ratan Singh Bhangu (historian)
  • Ratan Thakore Grant (Indian actor)
  • Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata (Indian entrepreneur)

Frequently asked questions about the name Ratan

What is the origin of the name Ratan?

The name Ratan has its origins in Sanskrit and is used in various languages such as Bengali, Hindi, Indian, and Marathi.

What does the name Ratan mean?

Ratan means 'the jewel' and is derived from the Sanskrit term ratna, which means 'gem,' 'treasure,' or 'precious thing.'

How popular is the name Ratan?

The popularity of the name Ratan varies, but it is quite well-known in regions where Sanskrit-based names are appreciated.

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