Rajay
A name of Indian origin meaning "royalty" or "sovereign".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Rajay. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rajay today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rajay births was 2018 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rajay. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rajay. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2018
6 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2018 SSA rank
#11,813
Tracked since 2018
Popularity
Rajay: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rajay 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 Rajay during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rajay
The name Rajay finds its origins in the Indian subcontinent, with roots tracing back to ancient Sanskrit. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word 'raja,' which translates to 'king' or 'ruler.' This association with royalty and leadership suggests that the name Rajay may have been bestowed upon those of noble lineage or high social standing in ancient times.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Rajay can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. These sacred writings often contained stories and accounts of kings, princes, and other prominent figures, some of whom may have carried this regal moniker.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Rajay was a 12th-century ruler of the Chahamana dynasty in present-day Rajasthan, India. King Rajay Chahamana was known for his military prowess and his contributions to the architectural heritage of the region, including the construction of the famous Kirti Stambha (Tower of Victory) in Chittor.
In the 16th century, Rajay Singh was a renowned warrior and general who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. His bravery and loyalty earned him a place in the annals of Mughal history, and he is celebrated for his role in the conquest of the Mewar region.
Another notable figure was Rajay Lakshmi, a revered saint and spiritual leader who lived in the 18th century. She was known for her devotion to Lord Krishna and her teachings on the path of bhakti (devotional worship). Her followers and disciples have preserved her teachings and teachings for generations.
In more recent times, Rajay Gandhi, born in 1944, was an Indian politician and a member of the influential Nehru-Gandhi family. He served as a member of parliament and was actively involved in various social and political movements in India.
While the name Rajay may have its roots in ancient India, it has transcended cultural boundaries and has been adopted by people of various ethnicities and nationalities worldwide. However, its association with royalty and leadership remains a common thread, imbuing the name with a sense of dignity and prestige.
People
Rajay + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rajay as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rajay: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rajay?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rajay 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Rajay a common name?
We classify Rajay as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rajay most popular?
The single biggest year for Rajay was 2018, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rajay is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Rajay in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rajay a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rajay 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.
Is Rajay still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rajay in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Rajay can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Rajay?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Rajay, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.