Manraj
A Hindu masculine name meaning "prince of the mind".
Name Census estimates that about 457 living Americans carry the first name Manraj. It is a predominantly male name (98.3% of registrations). The average person named Manraj today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Manraj births was 2019 (41 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Manraj. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
457
~ 1 in 750,009 Americans
Peak year
2019
41 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,265
Tracked since 1991
Gender
Gender distribution for Manraj
Manraj leans heavily male at 98.3% of total registrations, but 8 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Manraj as a male name
- Ranked #4,265 in 2024
- 25 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2019 (41 births)
Manraj as a female name
- Ranked #11,851 in 2022
- 8 female births in 2022
- Peak: 2022 (8 births)
Popularity
Manraj: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Manraj from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 190 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Manraj remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Manraj by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Manraj during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Manrajs live
Origin
Meaning and history of Manraj
Manraj is a given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "man" meaning mind or heart, and "raj" meaning king or ruler. This name can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was used to refer to individuals who possessed a noble and virtuous character.
The name Manraj gained popularity in the Indian subcontinent during the medieval period, particularly among the ruling classes and the warrior clans. It was often bestowed upon princes and noblemen, symbolizing their strength, leadership, and intellectual prowess.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Manraj can be found in the Rajput chronicles of the 12th century, where it was borne by a renowned warrior and chieftain from the Chauhan dynasty. This individual, Manraj Chauhan, played a pivotal role in defending the region against foreign invaders and is celebrated for his bravery and military prowess.
In the 16th century, Manraj Singh, a Rajput ruler from the Hada clan, was a prominent figure in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He was highly regarded for his wisdom, diplomacy, and loyalty, serving as a trusted advisor and military commander.
During the 18th century, Manraj Apa, a renowned Marathi poet and scholar, made significant contributions to the literary landscape of the region. His works, which explored themes of spirituality and human emotions, are widely studied and appreciated to this day.
In more recent times, Manraj Grewal, a British-Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist born in 1964, has gained recognition for his successful business ventures and charitable initiatives, particularly in the fields of education and healthcare.
Another notable figure bearing the name Manraj is Manraj Khudial, a Canadian writer and filmmaker born in 1975. His works explore themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the immigrant experience, garnering critical acclaim and numerous awards.
The name Manraj continues to be popular among various communities in India and the Indian diaspora, carrying with it a rich cultural heritage and associations of nobility, wisdom, and leadership.
People
Manraj + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Manraj as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Manraj: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Manraj?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 457 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Manraj going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 750,009 US residents.
Is Manraj a common name?
We classify Manraj as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 462 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Manraj most popular?
The single biggest year for Manraj was 2019, when 41 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Manraj is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Manraj a male name?
Yes, 98.3% of people registered as Manraj in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.