Rahul
Meaning
Efficient, capable, conqueror of miseries. Also the name of the Buddha's son, meaning one who overcomes all obstacles.
Works in English: Rahul is easy to pronounce in English, making it a popular choice for Indian diaspora families in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
About the name Rahul
Rahul is one of India's most enduringly popular Sanskrit boy's names, meaning efficient, capable, and conqueror of all miseries. In Buddhist tradition, Rahul was the name of the Buddha's own son — conceived on the night Siddhartha left the palace, born to Queen Yasodhara, and later ordained as one of the first Buddhist monks. The name appears across both Hindu and Buddhist naming traditions throughout India and Southeast Asia. Rahul has been among the top boy's names across northern, central, and western India for decades. For Indian diaspora families in the US, UK and Canada, Rahul (RAH-hul) is two syllables, completely natural in English, and among the most universally recognised Indian male names in the world.
Frequently asked questions
What does Rahul mean?
Efficient, capable, conqueror of miseries. Also the name of the Buddha's son, meaning one who overcomes all obstacles.
Is Rahul an Indian name?
Yes, Rahul is an Indian name of Sanskrit origin, widely used across South Asia and by Indian diaspora communities in the US, UK, Canada and Australia.
How do you pronounce Rahul?
Rahul is pronounced RAH-hul.
Is Rahul a Hindu name?
Yes, Rahul is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used by Hindu families across India and by the Indian Hindu diaspora worldwide.
What is the origin of the name Rahul?
Rahul is a name of Sanskrit origin. It is traditionally used as a boy's name.
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