Rai

rye'RYE'1 syllable
🇮🇳Hindi
Strong

MEANING

A leader or chief

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Rājā' meaning 'king'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Indian culture, Rai is often used as a surname or title among various communities.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, Rai was used as a title for local rulers in the Indian subcontinent.

🇯🇵Japanese
Sharp

MEANING

TrustLightning

ORIGIN

Japanese

ETYMOLOGY

Can be derived from the kanji '雷' (lightning) or '頼' (trust).

CULTURAL NOTES

In Japanese culture, the kanji chosen for names can alter the meaning significantly.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Rai as a name may be used in various contexts, often influenced by the kanji selected.

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