Viraj
Viraj is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sovereign, ruler, or resplendent.
Origin and history
Viraj is a masculine name of ancient Sanskrit origin meaning sovereign, ruler, or resplendent. It holds significant importance in Hindu mythology and literature as a concept of cosmic creation. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily among Indian-American families since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
1,937 babies in the United States have been named Viraj since 1880. It ranks #2922 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1174.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.9 %)
- TX (16.1 %)
- NJ (13.2 %)
- WA (6.2 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 241 |
| 2010-2019 | 719 |
| 2020-2029 | 823 |
Famous people named Viraj
- Viraj Gupta: cricketer, athlete
Fun facts
- In Vedic literature, Viraj refers to the cosmic body born from the Purusha, from which all creation emerged.
- Over 40 percent of total U.S. births recorded for Viraj since 1880 have occurred since 2020.