There are
654
Rass in the USA
Ras is the
34574th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Ras

Rasputin

Grigori Rasputin was a Russian mystic and self-proclaimed holy man who played a significant role in the final years of the Russian Empire.

RashaanSalaam

Rashaan Salaam was an American football player who won the Heisman Trophy as a running back at the University of Colorado and had a brief career in the NFL.

RashadEvans

Rashad Evans is a retired American mixed martial artist who was the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and is known for his time on the reality show 'The Ultimate Fighter.'

RasheedWallace

Rasheed Wallace is a retired American professional basketball player who played for several NBA teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers and the Detroit Pistons.

RashidaJones

Rashida Jones is an American actress, writer, and producer known for her roles in TV shows like 'Parks and Recreation' and films like 'The Social Network.'

RasulDouglas

Rasul Douglas is an American professional football player who plays as a cornerback for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL.

RasKimono

Ras Kimono was a Nigerian reggae musician known for his socially conscious lyrics and his hit songs like 'Rum-Bar Stylee' and 'Under Pressure.'

RashidKhan

Rashid Khan is an Afghan cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the best spinners in the world and has achieved numerous records in international cricket.

RastkoPetrović

Rastko Petrović was a Serbian poet and writer known for his contributions to modernist literature and his involvement in the surrealist movement.

RasMichael

Ras Michael is a Jamaican reggae musician and Rastafarian who is considered one of the pioneers of the Nyahbinghi style of reggae music.

Ras Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Ras' has origins in various cultures. It is an Arabic name meaning 'head' or 'chief,' and it is also a Dutch name derived from the given name 'Ras,' meaning 'advice' or 'counsel.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Ras' is less common and has a more scattered distribution compared to some other surnames. It can be found worldwide since it has origins in different cultures, but there is no specific geographic concentration.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Ras' include 'Rasch', 'Rasche', and 'Rasen'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration patterns of people with the surname 'Ras' vary depending on the specific cultural or ethnic origin associated with the name. Some may have migrated for economic opportunities, political reasons, or as part of larger historical movements.