Rakoto

Last updated November 07, 2025

<<Rakoto>> is a Malagasy surname widespread in the territories of the former <<Merina Kingdom>> (high central lands), especially within the <<Merina elites>>. He often refers to the <<Malagasy Nobility>> (<<Andriana>>) or free commoners (<<Hova>>). The prefix Rakoto- is frequently placed at the beginning of the name and can designate the social status or nobility of the family bearing this prefix.

Given name

Rakoto Frah (1923–2001), Malagasy musician
William René Rakoto Mahefarinoro, Malagasy politician

Surname

José Rakoto (born 1980), Malagasy rugby union player
Prince Rakoto (1829–1863), Malagasy monarch

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