Swaraj

Meaning of Swaraj

Swaraj is a unique and meaningful name for baby boys. It originated from the Sanskrit language, where it means "self-rule" or "self-governance." The name Swaraj carries a deep significance as it symbolizes independence and freedom. It is associated with the concept of self-determination and was made popular by Mahatma Gandhi during the Indian independence movement. Despite being relatively rare, Swaraj has gained attention in recent years, particularly in the United States of America. Its pronunciation is swah-RAHJ (/swɑˈrɑdʒ/), and other variations include Swaraja. In terms of popularity, Swaraj has had sporadic appearances on the baby name charts in the USA, with five occurrences in 2021 (ranked 12,119), five occurrences in 2018 (ranked 12,141), and six occurrences in 2010 (ranked 10,762). Swaraj is a strong and distinctive name that carries a powerful message of individuality and autonomy.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as swah-RAHJ (/swɑˈrɑdʒ/)

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Similar Names to Swaraj

Notable People Named Swaraj

Vice Admiral Swaraj Parkash was a distinguished Indian Navy officer and the Captain of INS Vikrant during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, earning the Maha Vir Chakra, and later serving as the second Director General of the Indian Coast Guard.
Swaraj Kaushal is an accomplished Indian criminal lawyer and former Governor of Mizoram.
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