Viraaj is of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit. It means 'brave' or 'courageous', reflecting the qualities often associated with its bearers.
The name Viraaj experienced a significant rise in popularity between 2016 and 2019, with the number of births peaking at 61 in both 2019 and 2020 before decreasing to 33 in 2021 and 27 in 2022. However, there was a notable spike in 2023 with 35 births recorded. Overall, from 2006 to 2023, there have been a total of 528 babies named Viraaj.