Kamraj
Kamraj is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “King of love”.
| Meaning | King of love |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कामराज |
| Pronunciation | KAAM-raaj |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Kamraj
Kamraj is a shortened spelling of Kamaraj, joining kama, 'love', with raj, 'king' or 'rule'. The fuller form is famous in Tamil Nadu through the statesman K. Kamaraj, but Kamraj is also used in north India and among Sikh and Hindu Punjabis. The name can be read as 'king of love' or as a title of Kama, the god of love.
Is Kamraj a Hindu name?
Kamraj is a Hindu-background name; Kama is the god of love in Hindu myth, though the name is not usually chosen as a devotional name.
How popular is Kamraj?
Uncommon; more familiar as Kamaraj.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kamraj mean?
Kamraj means 'King of love'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kamraj a Hindu name?
Kamraj is a Hindu-background name; Kama is the god of love in Hindu myth, though the name is not usually chosen as a devotional name.
How do you pronounce Kamraj?
Kamraj is pronounced KAAM-raaj.
Is Kamraj a boy or girl name?
Kamraj is usually a boy name.