Neeraj
Neeraj is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lotus; born of water”.
| Meaning | Lotus; born of water |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नीरज |
| Pronunciation | NEE-ruj |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Neeraj
Neeraj comes from Sanskrit nira, 'water', and ja, 'born', and so means 'born of water', a classical term for the lotus. It became a popular boy's name in India from the 1970s. Bearers include the Hindi poet Gopaldas Neeraj and the athlete Neeraj Chopra, who won India's first Olympic gold in athletics in the javelin at Tokyo 2020.
Is Neeraj a Hindu name?
Neeraj is a Hindu name; the lotus is sacred to Lakshmi, Vishnu and Brahma.
How popular is Neeraj?
Common in North India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Neeraj mean?
Neeraj means 'Lotus; born of water'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Neeraj a Hindu name?
Neeraj is a Hindu name; the lotus is sacred to Lakshmi, Vishnu and Brahma.
How do you pronounce Neeraj?
Neeraj is pronounced NEE-ruj.
Is Neeraj a boy or girl name?
Neeraj is usually a boy name.