Raj
राज
/ rahj /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇲🇺 Mauritius
- Religion
- Universal
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Authority
Meaning & Etymology
King
King
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit word rāja (राज), meaning ‘king’ or ‘sovereign’.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Indo-Iranian > Indo-Aryan > Eastern Hindi
Cultural context
In Mauritius, ‘Raj’ is a common given name among the Indo-Mauritian community, reflecting the cultural and historical influence of Indian heritage on the island.
Symbolism
The name ‘Raj’ symbolises leadership, authority, and nobility, often associated with qualities of a ruler or leader.