boy · Sanskrit

Rahula

/RA-hu-la/

Meaning: Efficient, conqueror of miseries

Rahula at a glance

Meaning: Efficient, conqueror of miseries
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: RA-hu-la
Syllables: 3
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Rahul, Rahulah, Rahulo, Raahool, Raahuli, Raahulya

Lucky details for Rahula

Number: 9
Color: Coral Red
Stone: Red Coral
Flower: Marigold
Day: Tuesday
Planet: Mars
Zodiac: Aries
Metal: Bronze

Rahula is a Sanskrit name meaning “efficient, conqueror of miseries”. It is a spelling variant of Rahul and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Rahula for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Rahula reduce to 9, a number linked with Mars and with people who are courageous, generous, stands up for people who need it.

Numerology

Chaldean value 9 — Brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate.

Personality

Brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate

Positive Traits

Courageous, generous, stands up for people who need it

Negative Traits

Acts on impulse and needs an outlet for all that energy

Career Suggestions

Medicine, defence, sport, activism, surgery

Nicknames

Rahi Rahu Rahy Ray

Middle Names

Rahul Rudrya Ronnaan

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aarya Akshaiya Aneeketa Arnaah Cheereg

FAQs about the name Rahula

What does the name Rahula mean?

Rahula means “efficient, conqueror of miseries” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Rahula a boy or girl name?

Rahula is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Rahula?

Rahula is pronounced RA-hu-la (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Rahula?

The lucky number for Rahula is 9, ruled by Mars.

What are good nicknames for Rahula?

Popular short forms include Rahi, Rahu, Rahy, Ray.