Ramas

Ramas is a name of South Asian origin used as both a surname and a given name. It is most commonly found among Tamil and Telugu speaking communities in India and Sri Lanka, and among diaspora populations in Southeast Asia and beyond.

The name is derived from Rama, a central figure in the Ramayana, and in many naming traditions the suffix -s functions as a patronymic or plural marker, indicating descent from Rama or association with Rama. Ramas therefore often carries a cultural or religious resonance tied to the epic hero.

In onomastic usage, Ramas can appear as a standalone surname, but it also appears as part of longer compound family names such as Ramasamy or Ramachandra, depending on language rules. It is more common as a surname in the southern Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, and among Sri Lankan Tamil communities; it is also found among Indian diasporas in Malaysia, Singapore, and the Gulf region.

Notable individuals bearing the name span various fields, including politics, academia, sports, and the arts. Because of its use across multiple languages and regions, the spelling and pronunciation of Ramas may vary, with transliterations reflecting Tamil, Telugu, Sinhala, and other phonologies.

See also Rama, Ramayana, Ramachandra, and Ramasesh for related names and root forms.