Niraj Boy

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationNEE-raj / niːrɑːdʒ

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: 'one who is worthy'; Hindi: 'a person who is respected'

Historical & Cultural Background

Niraj is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. It is often associated with qualities of respect and worthiness. The name reflects cultural values that emphasize honor and dignity. In Hindu tradition, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen for their auspiciousness.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Niraj was first seen in the United States in 1970. Niraj has ranked as high as #1210 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Niraj has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Niraj (1995)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19705
19716
19727
19735
19749
197511
19765
197711
197812
19795
198011
198114
198210
198310
19845
198512
198615
198712
198810
19899
19908
199117
199210
199311
199411
199511
19965
19976
199910
20008
200112
20039
20126
20135
20145
20156
20197