Suraj
Hindi · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Suraj
Suraj is a Sanskrit name meaning "sun," derived from the Sanskrit word "surya" (सूर्य), which is the Hindu deity of the sun and a fundamental celestial concept in Indo-Aryan languages.
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Etymology
Suraj is a Sanskrit name meaning "sun," derived from the Sanskrit word "surya" (सूर्य), which is the Hindu deity of the sun and a fundamental celestial concept in Indo-Aryan languages. The name is predominantly used in Hindu, Sikh, and Indian Muslim communities across India and the diaspora, with historical significance in Hindu mythology and Vedic traditions.
Suraj currently ranks #6,755 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2003.
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