Rajah

Meaning of Rajah

The name Rajah, a unisex name with rich cultural significance, has its origins in various languages and regions. In Arabic, it is pronounced as ra-JAH (/raːdʒa/), while in Filipino, it takes on the pronunciation rah-HAH (/rɑ.ha/). Indonesian speakers pronounce it as RAH-jah (/ra.dʒa/), and in English-speaking contexts, it is commonly pronounced rah-JAH (/rəˈdʒɑː/). In Bengali and Hindi, the pronunciation is ruh-JAH (/rud͡ʒa/). The name Rajah is often associated with royalty and leadership, stemming from its Sanskrit roots where "Raja" means king or ruler. This regal connotation makes the name a popular choice for parents who wish to bestow a sense of nobility upon their child. Despite its royal associations, the name Rajah remains relatively rare in the United States, appearing sporadically over the years with varying occurrences. Its unique blend of cultural richness and rarity makes Rajah an intriguing option for a baby name.

Pronunciation

Arabic

• Pronunced as ra-JAH (/raːdʒa/)

Filipino

• Pronunced as rah-HAH (/rɑ.ha/)

Indonesian

• Pronunced as RAH-jah (/ra.dʒa/)

English

• Pronunced as rah-JAH (/rəˈdʒɑː/)

Bengali,Hindi

• Pronunced as ruh-JAH (/rud͡ʒa/)

• Raja
• Rajan
• Rajiv
• Rajendra
• Rajnish
• Rajat
• Rajesh