Ranjith
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Ranjith
Ranjith is a Sanskrit name meaning "delighted" or "pleased," derived from the Sanskrit root "ranj" (to delight) with the suffix "-ith." The name is primarily used in Hindu and South Indian cultures, particularly among Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam-speaking communities, with notable bearers in Indian cinema, politics, and sports.
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Etymology
Ranjith is a Sanskrit name meaning "delighted" or "pleased," derived from the Sanskrit root "ranj" (to delight) with the suffix "-ith." The name is primarily used in Hindu and South Indian cultures, particularly among Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam-speaking communities, with notable bearers in Indian cinema, politics, and sports.
Ranjith currently ranks #503 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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