👦 Rahula — Name Meaning & Origin

Rahula

“The Buddha's son”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginPali
ReligionBuddhist
Used inSri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
Numerology7 — thoughtful, wise and spiritual
Letters6 · starts with R
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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Rahula?

Rahula means "The Buddha's son" (Pali origin).

Is Rahula a boy or girl name?

Rahula is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Rahula from?

Rahula is used as a Buddhist name in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos.

What is the lucky number for Rahula?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Rahula adds up to 7, linked with being thoughtful, wise and spiritual.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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