Rajesh
Rajesh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of kings”.
| Meaning | Lord of kings |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | राजेश |
| Pronunciation | raa-JAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Fiji |
Meaning and origin of Rajesh
Rajesh is built from rāja 'king' and īśa 'lord', which merge in Sanskrit to give rājeśa, 'lord of kings' or 'king of kings'. It became one of the most widespread Indian boys' names of the 1960s and 1970s, helped in part by the fame of the film star Rajesh Khanna. The name is used in every Indian language community.
Is Rajesh a Hindu name?
Rajesh is a Hindu name. The ending -esh (īśa) is often used of God, so the name can be understood as a title of the divine ruler.
How popular is Rajesh?
Very familiar across India and the diaspora, though now seen as a name of the parents' or grandparents' generation.
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Spellings and variants of Rajesh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rajesh mean?
Rajesh means 'Lord of kings'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rajesh a Hindu name?
Rajesh is a Hindu name. The ending -esh (īśa) is often used of God, so the name can be understood as a title of the divine ruler.
How do you pronounce Rajesh?
Rajesh is pronounced raa-JAYSH.
Is Rajesh a boy or girl name?
Rajesh is usually a boy name.