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Raja

Raja is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning “king.” In 2024 it was given to 20 babies in the United States.

Raja at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Hindu & Indian
Meaning
“king”

About the name Raja

Raja belongs to the Hindu & Indian tradition. Its meaning — “king” — is the sense carried by its Indian roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Raja first appears in Social Security records in 1967 and has been given to 1,226 babies since 1880, including 20 in 2024.

Raja in US records

First recorded (US)
1967
Babies named Raja in 2024
20
Total since 1880
1,226

Similar names

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Raja mean?

Raja means “king” in its Indian roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Raja a boy or girl name?

Raja is a unisex name. In 2024, 20 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Raja?

Raja comes from the Hindu & Indian tradition.

How popular is the name Raja?

Raja is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1967 and has been given to 1,226 babies since 1880.

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