Sujoy
Sujoy is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Good victory”.
| Meaning | Good victory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | সুজয় |
| Pronunciation | shoo-JOY |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Sujoy
Sujoy is the Bengali spelling of Sujay, from su, 'good', and jaya, 'victory'. Bengali often renders the final -ay sound as -oy, as in Joy and Bijoy. The name describes a fair and well-won triumph. The film director Sujoy Ghosh, known for Kahaani, is a well-known bearer. It became a favourite middle-class Bengali name in the decades after independence. Outside Bengal the same name is usually written Sujay.
Is Sujoy a Hindu name?
Sujoy is a Hindu-background name about victory, with no specific deity link. Jaya is also a name of the goddess and a common element in Hindu names.
How popular is Sujoy?
Mainly used among Bengali families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sujoy mean?
Sujoy means 'Good victory'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Sujoy a Hindu name?
Sujoy is a Hindu-background name about victory, with no specific deity link. Jaya is also a name of the goddess and a common element in Hindu names.
How do you pronounce Sujoy?
Sujoy is pronounced shoo-JOY.
Is Sujoy a boy or girl name?
Sujoy is usually a boy name.