Indian name meaning
Raj
⚥ UnisexRaj · 1 syllable
Rule; a kingdom
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Sikh families
- Commonly used in
- Punjab & North-West India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
| R | a | j |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 1 |
2 + 1 + 1 = 4. So Raj carries the name number 4.
About the name Raj
Raj is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Sikh families and popular in Punjab & North-West India. It carries the meaning “Rule; a kingdom.”
Spoken aloud it is Raj — 1 syllable. Raj appears often in Indian public population records — an established name rather than a recent trend.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raj mean?
Raj means “Rule; a kingdom.” It is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Raj a boy or a girl name?
Raj is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Raj?
Raj is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Sikh families in India.
How do you pronounce Raj?
Raj has 1 syllable and is said as Raj.
What is the numerology number of the name Raj?
In the Chaldean system, Raj has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Is Raj a common name in India?
Raj appears 103 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “very common.”
Which names sound similar to Raj?
Vraj, Sehaj, Yuvraj or Rituraj share Raj's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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