Rajeev
Hindi · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Rajeev
Rajeev is a Sanskrit name derived from "Raja" (king) and "Jeev" (life), meaning "the life of a king" or "one who lives like a king." The name is primarily used in India and among Hindu, Sikh, and Indian Christian communities, with notable bearers including former Indian President Rajiv Gandhi.
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Etymology
Rajeev is a Sanskrit name derived from "Raja" (king) and "Jeev" (life), meaning "the life of a king" or "one who lives like a king." The name is primarily used in India and among Hindu, Sikh, and Indian Christian communities, with notable bearers including former Indian President Rajiv Gandhi.
Rajeev currently ranks #9,458 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1979.
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