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Current rank (2025)#8910
Babies named Rahul in 20258
Total recorded3,332
Peak year2000 (196 babies)
Highest rank ever#819
Years in records1966–2025 (58 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 707 spots

Frequently asked about Rahul

What does the name Rahul mean?
Rahul means “Wolf counsel or wise advisor” from Spanish/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Rahul?
Rahul has Spanish/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Wolf counsel or wise advisor”.
How popular is Rahul?
Rahul ranked #8910 in 2025 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Rahul most popular?
Rahul peaked in 2000 with 196 babies registered that year.
Is Rahul a boy or girl name?
Rahul is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Rahuls in registered births are male.
Is the name Rahul rising or falling in popularity?
Rahul has risen 707 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9617 in 2020 to #8910 in 2025.
How long has Rahul been recorded?
Rahul appears in birth records across 58 years — from 1966 through 2025.

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