Vijay
Meaning of Vijay
Vijay is a male name with origins in Tamil and Hindi. In Tamil, it is pronounced as vee-JAY (/viːˈdʒeɪ/), while in Hindi, it is pronounced as vi-JAY (/vɪˈdʒeɪ/). The name has variations, such as Vijaya.
In terms of popularity, according to data for newborns in the United States of America, Vijay has maintained a consistent but moderate level of usage over the years. It ranked 8142nd in 2021 with 9 occurrences, and its popularity has fluctuated between ranks 11995 and 4097 since the year 2000.
Vijay is a name that exudes strength and victory. Its association with triumph makes it an empowering choice for parents who want their child to possess qualities like determination and success. Whether inspired by its Tamil roots or attracted to its meaningful associations, Vijay is a unique and compelling option for baby boys.
Pronunciation
Tamil
- Pronunced as vee-JAY (/viːˈdʒeɪ/)
Hindi
- Pronunced as vi-JAY (/vɪˈdʒeɪ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Vijay
| Vijay, also known as Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, is a highly-paid Indian actor and singer in Tamil cinema, with a significant international following and numerous accolades. |
| Vijay Deverakonda is a popular Indian actor, film producer, and businessman known for his work in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil films, and has been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2018. |
| Vijay Dhondopant Tendulkar was a renowned Indian playwright and social commentator, known for his unconventional Marathi plays such as Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe, Ghāshirām Kotwāl, and Sakhārām Binder, which shed light on harsh realities and social upheavals. |
| Vijay Prashad is an American-based Indian historian, author, journalist, political commentator, and Marxist intellectual known for his criticisms of capitalism and support for communism and the global south. |
| Vijay Kumar is an Indian molecular biologist and virologist known for his research in hepatology and has received several prestigious awards for his contributions to medical sciences. |
| Vijay Rupani - Vijaybhai Ramniklalbhai Rupani is an Indian politician who served as the 16th Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2016 to 2021 and is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. |
| Vijay Amritraj is a retired professional tennis player, Indian sports commentator, and actor who was honored with the Padma Shri and inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. |
| Vijay Pandurangan is a Canadian computer scientist and internet entrepreneur known for his expertise in online privacy and early technical contributions at Google, now based in Virginia and an adjunct professor at Stanford University. |
| Vijay Kumar Mishra is an Indian politician known for representing the Gyanpur constituency in the Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh and his involvement in various political controversies and criminal cases. |
| Vijay Laxman Manjrekar was an Indian cricketer known for his skill in cutting and hooking the ball, and he is the father of Sanjay Manjrekar. |
| Vijay C. Kumar is an Indian cinematographer known for his innovative use of lighting and visualization in Telugu cinema, and he won the Nandi Award for Best Cinematographer for the film Godavari (2006). |
| Vijay V. Vaitheeswaran is a prominent editor at The Economist, specializing in global energy, climate innovation, and various other editorial topics. |
| Vijay Kumar Shukla, also known as Munna Shukla, is a former Bihar MLA who has been elected three times to the Bihar Legislative Assembly and served a jail term for murder. |
| Vijay Raaz is an Indian actor, film director, and narrator known for his roles in Hindi films, including Monsoon Wedding, Run, and Stree, as well as his distinctive voice used in voice-over work. |
| Vijay Sankeshwar is an Indian businessman and chairman of VRL Group, India's largest logistics firm, known for owning the largest fleet of commercial vehicles in the country. |
