Rajinder is a unisex given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit words 'Raja' meaning king and 'Inder' meaning lord or ruler. This name is often used interchangeably for both boys and girls in India and other countries with significant Indian populations. It holds no specific pronunciation variations as it is consistently pronounced /raːˈdʒɪndər/. In the global sphere, Rajinder is most commonly associated with the Indian subcontinent but has also gained popularity among families of South Asian descent living abroad who wish to maintain their cultural heritage through naming practices.
"The name Rajinder has seen fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peaks occurring in 1985, 1988, and 1991, totaling 23 births across these years."