Some works of literature reveal that the kingdom was fully established in the year 523AD by Kwararrafa warriors. It was also revealed that the kingdom had witnessed three ruling dynasties which are the Kwararrafawa dynasty from 523 AD to 1001 AD, while the Habe dynasty ruled from 1001AD to 1819 AD, then the Fulani dynasty have been ruling from 1819 to date.
This narrative in the literature was confirmed by the Wakilin Tarihi of Rano, Alhaji Basiru Muhammed Rano.
He further revealed that the kingdom had survived under over forty rulers before the coming of the British colonial masters.
Wakilin Tarihi also stated that Rano became so popular in that era for its ability to defend itself from external invasion as well as its victories in battles.