Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Abhiraj since 2001
Babies named Abhiraj per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Abhiraj is a relatively recent addition to the U.S. naming landscape, first recorded in 2001. Although it has never cracked the top 1,000, its usage has remained remarkably stable over the past two decades. The name reached its highest U.S. ranking in 2010 (peak year), and in 2025 it held rank 9,714, with 1 in every 244,011 baby boys receiving the name (one-in-N statistic). Abhiraj has not been concentrated in any particular state (top states are empty in the data), suggesting it is used across the country by families with South Asian heritage. The name carries a strong, virtuous meaning rooted in Sanskrit, and its crisp sound fits well with contemporary naming trends while honoring traditional roots.
Abhiraj is a compound of the Sanskrit elements 'abhī' (fearless) and 'rāj' (king, ruler). It appears in Hindu texts as an epithet for gods and kings, symbolizing courage and leadership. In modern usage, it has become a popular given name in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abhi, Raj
Variants: Abhiraja
Sibling names for Abhiraj
Names that share Abhiraj's style, for a brother or sister.
