Raman Surname
“Pleasing, beautiful”
Also spelled: Ramani, Ram
Various surnamesTamil/Malayalam origin · Tamil/Malayalam
History & Significance
Raman is a personal name in Tamil and Malayalam, linked to Rama and to Sanskrit ramana, 'pleasing, charming, delightful'. In Tamil naming the father's given name is often carried as the last name, so Raman can be a surname because a father or grandfather bore it. It is used by families of many communities and does not show a caste.
What is the Gotra for Raman?
Gotra is passed down through the paternal line and may vary within families sharing the same surname. Use our Gotra Finder to discover which Gotra your family belongs to.
Find Raman Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Pleasing, beautiful
- Origin
- Tamil/Malayalam
- Language
- Tamil/Malayalam
- Category
- Various
Regional Distribution
The Raman surname is predominantly found in: