Tejas
Tejas is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sharpness, brightness, radiance, or vital energy.
Origin and history
Tejas is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning brightness, radiance, or fire. In Indian culture, it represents spiritual luster, vitality, and power. In the United States, it is a relatively rare modern choice primarily used within South Asian communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,473 babies in the United States have been named Tejas since 1880. It ranks #3257 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1719.
States where it is most popular
- CA (64.5 %)
- NJ (11 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- IL (5 %)
- MI (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 73 |
| 1990-2000 | 165 |
| 2000-2010 | 500 |
| 2010-2019 | 509 |
| 2020-2029 | 208 |
Famous people named Tejas
- Tejas Patel: Cardiologist, Doctor
Fun facts
- In Vedic philosophy, Tejas is considered one of the elemental qualities associated with light and illumination.
- The name Tejas was chosen for India's light combat aircraft (HAL Tejas) to signify speed and power.