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Rania
gazing tenderly, captivating
Origin
Arabic
Used in
ar
Origin and meaning of Rania
Rania (رانيا) comes from the Arabic verb 'rana', to gaze with admiration or captivation, describing someone whose look or presence enchants those who see her. A name with a poetic meaning, it is widespread across the Arab world and gained international fame through Queen Rania of Jordan, a highly visible public figure known for her humanitarian work. The name's popularity has grown further precisely because of this royal association, which reinforced its image of elegance and charisma.
Famous people
- Queen Rania of Jordan— queen
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