Ilayaraja
Ilayaraja is a Hindu boy name of Tamil and Sanskrit origin, meaning “Young king”.
| Meaning | Young king |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil and Sanskrit |
| Written as | இளையராஜா |
| Pronunciation | ih-LIE-yah-RAH-jah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Ilayaraja
Ilayaraja combines Tamil ilaiya, 'young, younger', with raja, 'king', from Sanskrit, so it means 'young king' or 'crown prince'. It is best known through Ilaiyaraaja, the celebrated Tamil film composer who has scored over a thousand films and whose stage name gave the name new popularity. Families sometimes spell it Ilaiyaraja or Elayaraja.
Is Ilayaraja a Hindu name?
Ilayaraja is a Tamil name used mainly in Hindu families. Its meaning is royal rather than religious.
How popular is Ilayaraja?
Used in Tamil communities, often in honour of the composer.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ilayaraja mean?
Ilayaraja means 'Young king'. It is of Tamil and Sanskrit origin.
Is Ilayaraja a Hindu name?
Ilayaraja is a Tamil name used mainly in Hindu families. Its meaning is royal rather than religious.
How do you pronounce Ilayaraja?
Ilayaraja is pronounced ih-LIE-yah-RAH-jah.
Is Ilayaraja a boy or girl name?
Ilayaraja is usually a boy name.