Indian name meaning
Raju
♂ BoyRa·ju · 2 syllables
A little king; a ruler
- Origin
- Hindi
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Raju add up to 10, which reduces to 1.
About the name Raju
Raju is a boy's name of Hindi origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A little king; a ruler.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Raju has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raju mean?
Raju means “A little king; a ruler.” It is a boy's name of Hindi origin.
Is Raju a boy or a girl name?
Raju is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Raju?
Raju is of Hindi origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Raju?
In the Chaldean system, Raju has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
See all names starting with R →Search another name →
✓ Meanings verified against widely-accepted sources. Many Indian names carry more than one meaning across languages — treat this as a well-researched guide.