Niraj

Q: What is the origin of Niraj?

Niraj is of Sanskrit origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Niraj?

According to the latest SSA data, Niraj is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Niraj a boy name?

Niraj is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Born in Water"

Niraj is a South Asian masculine name from Sanskrit, commonly interpreted with imagery of water and the lotus.

Themes:sanskritlotusindiamasculine

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Niraj

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Niraj did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Niraj Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Niraj.

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niry

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nira

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rajy

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nirajie

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nirajy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Niraj mean?

Niraj means "Born in Water". Niraj is a South Asian masculine name from Sanskrit, commonly interpreted with imagery of water and the lotus.

What is the origin of Niraj?

Niraj is of Sanskrit origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Niraj?

According to the latest SSA data, Niraj is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Niraj a boy name?

Niraj is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Niraj?

Popular nicknames for Niraj include niry, nira, rajy, nirajie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Niraj?

There are many names similar to Niraj in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSanskrit, Indian

Syllables2

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withN

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aditya Amar Ajay Arnav Anish

Sisters

Ayana Asha Amiya Anjali Anisha

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