How Many People Are Named Ramla?

Complete statistics for the name Ramla: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ramla
Very Rare
Arabic

Ramla means 'palm tree' in Arabic, symbolizing growth and resilience. Only 1 in 1,259,988 Americans are named Ramla, making it incredibly rare. With all 262 people named Ramla under 30, it's definitely a name for the younger generation.

~262
Living in US
1 in 1,259,988
Americans
2015
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Palm tree
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Resilient Hopeful
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 represents compassion, understanding, and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

105,386
Worldwide Bearers
#9,729
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
57,816
🇹🇿 Tanzania
12,042
🇮🇩 Indonesia
8,943
🇸🇴 Somalia
6,821
🇰🇪 Kenya
6,390
🇵🇰 Pakistan
2,451
🇵🇭 Philippines
2,161
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,757
🇸🇴 Somaliland
1,712
🇹🇩 Chad
1,483

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
262 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
264
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 264 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2015

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ramla Through the Generations

Ramla's journey through the generations is marked by its recent rise in popularity. The name peaked in 2015 with 15 births, indicating a growing trend among parents seeking unique names. Today, all 262 people named Ramla are under 30, reflecting its status as a modern choice. This trend suggests that Ramla will continue to be favored by younger parents for years to come.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Minnesota 40

✨ Similar Names to Ramla

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ramla's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Ramla

How Many People Have the Name Ramla?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 262 people in the United States currently share the name Ramla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,259,988 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ramla a Common or Rare Name?

Ramla is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ramla Mean?

Ramla means "palm tree" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ramla in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Ramla Most Popular?

The name Ramla reached peak popularity in 2015, with 15 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ramla?

Approximately 262 people named Ramla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 264. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,259,988 Americans.

Is Ramla a rare name?

Ramla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,259,988 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ramla mean?

Ramla means "palm tree" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Ramla more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Ramla are male and 100% are female.

When was Ramla most popular?

Ramla peaked in 2015 with 15 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US262
All-Time Births264
1 in X1 in 1,259,988
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2015
World Rank#9,729
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.