Raj at a glance
- Meaning
- King, rule
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- RAJ
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Raaj
Lucky details for Raj
- Number
- 4
- Color
- Electric Blue
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Hydrangea
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Uranus
- Zodiac
- Aquarius
- Metal
- Lead
Raj is a Sanskrit name meaning “king, rule”. Parents choose Raj for its 1-syllable rhythm and its association with practical, inventive, quietly unconventional. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Raj reduce to 4, a number linked with Uranus and with people who are reliable, systematic, brilliant at building things that last.
Numerology
Chaldean value 4 — Practical, inventive, quietly unconventional.
Personality
Practical, inventive, quietly unconventional
Positive Traits
Reliable, systematic, brilliant at building things that last
Negative Traits
Resists sudden change and can be blunt when rushed
Career Suggestions
Engineering, technology, architecture, logistics, research
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FAQs about the name Raj
What does the name Raj mean?
Raj means “king, rule” and comes from a Sanskrit root.
Is Raj a boy or girl name?
Raj is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Raj?
Raj is pronounced RAJ (1 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Raj?
The lucky number for Raj is 4, ruled by Uranus.
What are good nicknames for Raj?
Popular short forms include Ray.
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