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Sehraj

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Pronounced seh-RAHJ /sɛˈrɑːdʒ/Medium

Meaning: A modern Punjabi and Sikh name. Its second element is raj, from Sanskrit, meaning 'rule; reign; kingdom' — a very common ending in Punjabi naming. The first element is less certain: readings connect it to sehaj ('ease; equipoise', an important term in Sikh thought) or to seh-, and glosses vary. Routes uncertain, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A Punjabi name whose -raj ending means 'rule; reign' (said 'seh-RAHJ'). The first part is read several ways — routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowPunjabi, Sanskrit
MeaningA modern Punjabi and Sikh name. Its second element is raj, from Sanskrit, meaning 'rule; reign; kingdom' — a very common ending in Punjabi naming. The first element is less certain: readings connect it to sehaj ('ease; equipoise', an important term in Sikh thought) or to seh-, and glosses vary. Routes uncertain, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#13856 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Sehraj belongs to the Punjabi and Sikh naming tradition, where raj ('rule; reign; kingdom', from Sanskrit) closes many names — Gurraj, Jasraj, Ekamraj. The first element is less settled: some read it through sehaj, a word of real weight in Sikh teaching meaning 'ease; natural equipoise; spiritual calm'. Because the glosses vary, we note the routes as uncertain, and we treat the Sikh connection respectfully (said 'seh-RAHJ').

In the U.S. it is very rare, carried mainly by Punjabi Sikh families. Very rare, dignified, and Punjabi.

Did you know? The -raj that ends Sehraj is Sanskrit for 'rule' or 'reign', one of the most-used endings in Punjabi and Sikh naming. Its opening element is read differently by different families — some connect it to sehaj, 'ease; equipoise', an important word in Sikh thought.
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Sehraj — Punjabi/Sikh name; raj ('rule'); first element uncertain (possibly sehaj)

Variations

SehajrajSahraj

Nicknames

SehRaj

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Jasraj— a like Punjabi -raj name
Arjan— a like Sikh name with Punjabi roots
Ekam— a like modern Sikh given name
Raj— the 'rule; reign' element at the end of Sehraj

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sehraj mean?

Sehraj ends in raj, 'rule; reign'. Its first element is read several ways, sometimes through sehaj ('ease; equipoise'). Routes uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Sehraj?

It's said seh-RAHJ /sɛˈrɑːdʒ/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Sehraj a boy or girl name?

Sehraj is used here as a boy's name; many Punjabi -raj names are given to girls as well.

How popular is Sehraj?

Sehraj is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.

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