Dhananjay
Meaning of Dhananjay
Dhananjay is a male name with origins in India. In Hindi, it is pronounced as dha-nan-jay (/d̪ʱəˈnəndʒeɪ/). The name has variations such as Dhananjoy. Although not very common in the United States, it has been given to a few newborn boys, with five occurrences in the year 2001 and ranking at 10556. Dhananjay carries a strong and powerful meaning as it translates to "one who wins wealth" or "conqueror of wealth" in Sanskrit. It is often associated with prosperity, success, and abundance. This unique and culturally rich name could be an excellent choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as dha-nan-jay (/d̪ʱəˈnəndʒeɪ/)
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Notable People Named Dhananjay
| Dhananjay Ramchandra Gadgil, also known as D. R. Gadgil, was an influential Indian economist and institution builder known for his contributions to the development of the Farmers' Cooperative movement in Maharashtra and the Gadgil formula for the allocation of central assistance to states during India's Five Year Plans. |
| Dhananjay Mahato was a freedom fighter, social activist, and politician who served as chairman of A.I.A.D.A and was elected as M.L.A. from Ichagarh constituency and Member of Bihar Legislative Council. |
| Dhananjay Bhattacharya was a renowned Indian Bengali singer and composer known for his versatility as a Shyama Sangeet singer. |
| Dhananjay Singh is an Indian politician who served as an MLA and Member of Parliament in Uttar Pradesh, representing different constituencies and political parties. |
| Dhananjay Panditrao Munde is an Indian politician who has been associated with the Bhartiya Janta Party and is currently a member of the Nationalist Congress Party, serving as a cabinet minister in the Maharashtra State Government. |
| Anant Viththal Keer, also known as Dhananjay Keer, was an Indian biographer renowned for profiling prominent politicians and social activists. |
| Dhananjay Datar is an Indian businessman who expanded his family's grocery business in Dubai into the successful Al Adil Group, making him a prominent figure in the UAE's Indian expatriate business community. |
| Dhananjay Uttam Pande is an Indian rower from Maharashtra who won a silver medal in the men's eight team at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. |
| Dhananjay Bhimrao Mahadik is an Indian politician from Maharashtra who has served as a Member of Parliament in both the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha. |
| Dhananjay Mahadik is a former Indian field hockey player known for his role as a defender in the national team, and he has also transitioned into a career in the Department of Sales Tax for the Government of Maharashtra. |
| Dhananjay Kannoujia is an Indian politician and a member of the 17th Legislative Assembly, Uttar Pradesh, representing the Belthara Road constituency in Ballia district. |
| Dhananjay Jadhav - Dhananjay N. Jadhav served as the Police Commissioner of Mumbai. |
