Viraaj Boy

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: vee-RAHJ /viːˈrɑːdʒ/

Origin: Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning: brilliant; king

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Viraaj has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language, where it is derived from the term 'Viraaja' (विराज), which translates to 'brilliance' or 'splendor.' This etymological lineage highlights the significance of light and radiance in Indian culture, often associated with nobility and divine qualities. The name has been adopted into various languages and cultures influenced by Sanskrit, particularly in regions where Hinduism and its associated traditions have flourished.

Historically, the name Viraaj has been linked to various figures in Indian mythology and literature. In Hindu texts, the term is often used to describe celestial or royal figures, embodying the ideals of leadership and virtue.

The name appears in ancient scriptures, including the Puranas, which date back to the early centuries of the Common Era. It is also associated with the concept of 'Viraaj' as a divine manifestation, reflecting the cultural reverence for light and authority.

Culturally, Viraaj resonates with themes of power, dignity, and enlightenment, making it a name that carries significant weight in traditional Indian society. The name is often associated with auspiciousness and is believed to bestow qualities of leadership and wisdom upon its bearer.

In addition to its primary form, diminutive or related forms may include variations like Viraajit, which also carry similar connotations of brilliance and nobility. The enduring nature of the name Viraaj can be attributed to its deep-rooted connections to cultural narratives and its embodiment of aspirational qualities.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Viraaj was first seen in the United States in 2006.

Viraaj has ranked as high as #4794 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

In the past 5 years the name Viraaj has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Viraaj is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Viraaj was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Viraaj.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 19 19
2024 32 32
2023 35 35
2022 27 27
2021 33 33
2020 61 61
2019 57 57
2018 57 57
2017 59 59
2016 61 61
2015 33 33
2014 25 25
2013 21 21
2012 9 9
2011 18 18
2010 9 9
2009 6 6
2008 5 5
2007 7 7
2006 5 5

Top States for Viraaj (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 8
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