US Popularity:10574
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:King; Dust; Hope
We already know baby is going to rule your world, giving them a name fit for the throne is the next best step. In Sanskrit Raja derives from the word rāja for “king” as well as rajas for “dust.” This name is closely related to a royal character you know and love from Aladdin, Rajah the pet tiger. Though this name in Arabic also means “hope” and is a variant of the name Rajayah, its overriding notion of majesty will fit your little royal like a crown.

How Popular Is The Name Raja?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Raja is currently #4565 on The Bump
Boy:Raja is currently #2566 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Raja is currently #3035 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Raja is currently #10574 in U.S. births
Boy:Raja is currently #6712 in U.S. births
Girl:Raja is currently #13105 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#13105
in 2024
- 13105
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data
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