Neeraj
नीरज
/ nee-RAHJ /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇲🇺 Mauritius
- Religion
- Universal
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Graceful
Meaning & Etymology
lotus
lotus
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit words nīla (blue) and raj (king), referring to the blue lotus flower.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Indo-Iranian > Indo-Aryan
Cultural context
In Mauritius, Neeraj is a popular name among the Indo-Mauritian community, reflecting the island’s strong cultural ties to India.
Symbolism
The name symbolises purity, beauty, and spiritual awakening, drawing from the symbolic significance of the lotus flower in Indian culture.