Raj
Meaning of Raj
The name Raj is a strong and regal choice for a baby boy, rooted in Indian (Hindi) culture. Pronounced as "rahj" (/rɑːdʒ/), it carries the meaning of "king" or "rule," reflecting leadership and authority. Variations of the name include Raja and Rajan, which similarly convey noble connotations. Over the years, Raj has seen varied popularity in the United States, peaking notably in 2003 when it ranked 1478th with 88 occurrences. Despite its fluctuations, the name consistently appeals to parents who appreciate its cultural richness and powerful meaning. Whether you have heritage ties or simply admire its dignified sound, Raj is a timeless choice that stands out with elegance and strength.
Pronunciation
Indian (Hindi),American English,British English
- Pronunced as rahj (/rɑːdʒ/)
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Notable People Named Raj
| Raj Kapoor, also known as Ranbir Raj Kapoor, was a highly influential Indian actor, film director, and producer in Hindi cinema, often referred to as The Greatest Showman of Indian Cinema and the Charlie Chaplin of Indian Cinema. |
| Raj Reddy - Dabbala Rajagopal "Raj" Reddy is an Indian-born American computer scientist and a Turing Award winner known for his pioneering work in artificial intelligence and his contributions to education. |
| Raj Aggarwal is a renowned author and academic known for his contributions to finance and international business studies, as well as his tenure as the dean of the University of Akron College of Business Administration. |
| Raj Chetty - Nadarajan "Raj" Chetty is an Indian-American economist known for his work on equality of opportunity and the impact of teachers on students' performance, and he holds the William A. Ackman Professor of Public Economics position at Harvard University. |
| Raj Babbar is a prominent Indian actor and politician associated with the Indian National Congress, having served as a member of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. |
| Raj Grewal - Rajvinder Grewal is a former Canadian politician who represented the riding of Brampton East in the House of Commons of Canada and faced legal issues related to gambling debts. |
| Raj Loomba, Baron Loomba - Rajinder Paul Loomba, Baron Loomba, is a philanthropist, founder and executive chairman of clothing company Loomba Group, and a member of the House of Lords. |
| Raj Angad Bawa is an Indian cricketer who made his first-class debut for Chandigarh in 2022 and has represented the India national under-19 cricket team. |
| Raj Chakraborty is a multi-talented Indian film director, actor, producer, and politician, known for his commercial success in Tollywood and his work in Bengali television. |
| Raj Kishor Singh is a former Indian politician known for his tenure in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly and his role as a minister for Panchayati raj. |
| Raj Kumar Kapoor, also known as Raj Bharti, was an Indian actor, producer, and director who also served as a colonel in the Indian Army. |
| Raj N. Sippy, also known as Raj Sippy, is a prominent Indian film director and producer known for his successful Bollywood films in the 1980s, including "Inkaar," "Satyamev Jayate," "Mahaadev," "Satte Pe Satta," "Boxer," and "Baazi." |
| Raj Kumar Gupta is a renowned Indian film writer and director, recognized for his contributions to Hindi cinema, including the critically acclaimed Aamir (2008), No One Killed Jessica (2011), and Raid (2018). |
| Raj Brar was a prominent Indian singer, actor, lyricist, and music director in Punjabi cinema, best known for his hit album Rebirth and his role in the film Jawani Zindabaad. |
| Raj Mehta is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for directing popular films like Good Newwz and Jugjugg Jeeyo. |
