Raja Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-jah / /ˈrɑː.dʒə/Sanskrit; Arabic
Meaning
Sanskrit: king; Arabic: ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Raja' means king and has been used in various Indian languages. The term is often associated with royalty and leadership in South Asian cultures. In Arabic, it signifies a ruler or leader, reflecting similar themes of authority. The name is prevalent in many cultures influenced by Indian and Arab traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Raja has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with cultural diversity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raj
- Raju
International Variants
- Raja (Hindi/India)
- Raja (Arabic)
Famous people named Raja
Raja Rao was an Indian writer known for his novels that explore Indian culture and philosophy.
Raja Mohan was a prominent Indian political analyst and author.
Raja Kumari is an American rapper and songwriter recognized for her contributions to the music industry.
Raja Bell is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Raja
Raja is a character in the animated film 'Aladdin' who serves as a loyal companion to Princess Jasmine.
Raja is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter', known for his martial arts skills.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raja was first seen in the United States in 1967. Raja has ranked as high as #1263 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Raja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raja (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 13 |