Sahaj
Sahaj is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Natural ease, spiritual poise”.
| Meaning | Natural ease, spiritual poise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਸਹਿਜ |
| Pronunciation | SUH-hej |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Sahaj
Sahaj comes from the Sanskrit sahaja, 'born together', meaning natural or innate. In Sikh teaching it is a key word for the calm, balanced state of spiritual peace that arises from union with God, and it appears often in the Guru Granth Sahib. In everyday Punjabi and Hindi it simply means easy or natural. The Sikh Sahaj Path is the unhurried reading of the full scripture.
Is Sahaj a Sikh name?
In Sikhism sahaj describes the inner equipoise of a soul attuned to God. Like most Sikh names it can be given to girls or boys, with Kaur or Singh after it.
How popular is Sahaj?
A popular modern name among Sikh families.
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Spellings and variants of Sahaj
Names similar to Sahaj
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sahaj mean?
Sahaj means 'Natural ease, spiritual poise'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Sahaj a Sikh name?
In Sikhism sahaj describes the inner equipoise of a soul attuned to God. Like most Sikh names it can be given to girls or boys, with Kaur or Singh after it.
How do you pronounce Sahaj?
Sahaj is pronounced SUH-hej.
Is Sahaj a boy or girl name?
Sahaj is used for both boys and girls.