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Rahul

RAH-ool

Popularity

#11968

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Hindi

Total Births

3,324

Peak Year

#196 in 2000

First Recorded

1966

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Derived from Sanskrit, Rahul means "capable," "efficient," or "conqueror of all miseries."

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rahul Dravid

    Former Indian international cricketer and coach

  • Rahul Gandhi

    Indian politician and member of parliament

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

IntelligentCapableWiseStrategic

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