Indian name meaning
Teja
⚥ UnisexTe·ja · 2 syllables
Radiance; brilliance
- Origin
- Telugu
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
- Also spelled
- Teja
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Sensitive, cooperative and diplomatic — happiest building harmony and close bonds.
The letters of Teja add up to 11, which reduces to 2.
About the name Teja
Teja is a unisex name of Telugu origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana. It carries the meaning “Radiance; brilliance.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Teja has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.” It is also spelled Teja.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Teja mean?
Teja means “Radiance; brilliance.” It is a unisex name of Telugu origin.
Is Teja a boy or a girl name?
Teja is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Teja?
Teja is of Telugu origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Teja?
In the Chaldean system, Teja has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”
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