Raja
Meaningking · Sanskrit
Raja is an Indian boy name meaning “king”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Raja would score 11 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
- GenerationRaja peaked in 2001, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Raja you'd meet today is about 24 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Raja would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 121,951 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryRaja first shows up in US birth records in 1967, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 58 years since.
US births per million boys, 1967–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Raja
Raja is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “king”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 2000s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
Other spellings of Raja
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Raja
What does the name Raja mean?
Raja means “king” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “king” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Kinsley (“king's meadow”), Ryan (“little king”), Rory (“red king”) and Kingston (“king's town”).
What is the origin of the name Raja?
Raja is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Raja a boy or girl name?
Raja is a boy name. In 2025, 14 US boys were named Raja.
How popular is the name Raja?
Raja ranked #6,143 for US boys in 2025, given to 14 babies. Its best year was 2001, when it reached #2,618. Over the last five years it has climbed 153 places.
What names are similar to Raja?
If you like Raja, you might also like Rajah, Rajaa, Kinsley, Ryan and Rory. Rajah is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Raja?
Raja is an Indian boy name meaning “king”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.