Sanjaya
Meaning of Sanjaya
Sanjaya is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin. It is pronounced as sun-JAY-uh (/sʌnˈdʒeɪə/). The name Sanjaya has variations, with one of them being Sanjay. In terms of popularity in the United States, the name Sanjaya has been given to a small number of newborns. In 2008, there were 8 occurrences, ranking it at 9017th place. In 2007, there were 28 occurrences, placing it at 3686th rank. This unique and exotic name carries a sense of cultural richness and depth that may appeal to parents looking for something distinctive for their baby.
Pronunciation
Sanskrit
- Pronunced as sun-JAY-uh (/sʌnˈdʒeɪə/)
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Notable People Named Sanjaya
| Sanjaya Joseph Malakar is an American singer who gained national attention as a finalist on the sixth season of American Idol, controversially advancing to 7th place despite criticism from the show's judges. |
| Sanjaya Baru is a political commentator, policy analyst, and former media advisor to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. |
| Sanjaya Ranaweera is a Sri Lankan cricketer who made his first-class debut in 2019 and has represented the Sri Lanka Air Force Sports Club in various tournaments. |
