Jalaj
Jalaj is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Born of water; lotus”.
| Meaning | Born of water; lotus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | जलज |
| Pronunciation | JUL-uj |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Jalaj
Jalaj combines jala, 'water', with -ja, 'born of', so it literally means 'water-born'. In Sanskrit poetry the word is a standard name for the lotus, and it can also refer to a conch shell. It belongs to a set of lotus names such as Pankaj and Neeraj that use the same pattern. The name is short and modern-sounding while being classical in origin.
Is Jalaj a Hindu name?
A Hindu name; the lotus is a sacred symbol associated with Vishnu, Lakshmi and Brahma.
How popular is Jalaj?
An uncommon name found mainly in North India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jalaj mean?
Jalaj means 'Born of water; lotus'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jalaj a Hindu name?
A Hindu name; the lotus is a sacred symbol associated with Vishnu, Lakshmi and Brahma.
How do you pronounce Jalaj?
Jalaj is pronounced JUL-uj.
Is Jalaj a boy or girl name?
Jalaj is usually a boy name.