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Raja
Raja Pronunciation
Raja is pronounced RAH-jah /ΛrΙ.dΚΙ/Medium
Meaning: Variously the Sanskrit raja, 'a king; a ruler', and the Arabic raja, 'hope; expectation'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Raja comes variously from the Sanskrit raja, 'a king; a ruler' (the root of 'rajah'), and the Arabic raja, 'hope; expectation' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, regal, cross-cultural name, used for both sexes, here for boys (slug distinguished).
In the U.S. it appears in South Asian and Arab families. Rare, a-king-or-hope at the root, and regal.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Raja?
Raja is pronounced RAH-jah (/ΛrΙ.dΚΙ/). Press play above to hear Raja said aloud.
How do you say Raja?
Raja is said RAH-jah (/ΛrΙ.dΚΙ/). Press play above to hear Raja said aloud.
What does the name Raja mean?
Raja is variously Sanskrit 'a king; a ruler' and Arabic 'hope; expectation'; the routes are layered.
Is Raja a boy or girl name?
Raja is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Raja?
Raja is a rare name in the U.S.