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Ramses
BoyMeaning of Ramses: Egyptian: 'son of Ra'
Ramses is a boy's name most strongly associated with African naming. It has 6 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 1717th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1717
95 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
3,460
First recorded 1970 · peak 2008
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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