Ranjit
Meaningvictorious in battle · Sanskrit
Ranjit is an Indian boy name meaning “victorious in battle”, 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funRanjit doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Ranjit would score 13 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
- GenerationRanjit peaked in 1969, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Ranjit you'd meet today is about 56 years old.
- HistoryRanjit 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 Ranjit
Ranjit is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “victorious in battle”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1960s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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 Ranjit
What does the name Ranjit mean?
Ranjit means “victorious in battle” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Cairo (“the victorious”), Ziggy (“victorious protection”), Faiz (“victorious”) and Fawaz (“successful, victorious”).
What is the origin of the name Ranjit?
Ranjit 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 Ranjit a boy or girl name?
Ranjit is a boy name.
How popular is the name Ranjit?
Ranjit is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1996. It peaked at #3,314 in 1969, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Ranjit?
If you like Ranjit, you might also like Cairo, Ziggy, Faiz and Fawaz.
What should I know before naming my baby Ranjit?
Ranjit is an Indian boy name meaning “victorious in battle”, 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, 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.