Raj, of Sanskrit origin, means "king" or "prince". It is primarily used as a boy's name and has been popularized globally by notable figures such as Raj Kapoor, the legendary Indian actor-filmmaker often referred to as the "Showman of Indian Cinema", and more recently, by the character Dr. Raj Kumar from the hit British medical drama series "The Good Doctor". This name carries a regal air and is often associated with strength, leadership, and nobility.
The name Raj experienced a significant rise in popularity between the late 1960s and the mid-1980s, with a peak of 43 births in 1990. However, it has since declined, reaching a low of 23 births in both 2016 and 2020. Overall, there have been 2135 births named Raj from 1950 to 2023.