Yashraj
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'lord of glory'.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Yashraj. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yashraj today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yashraj births was 2003 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yashraj. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Yashraj with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Yashraj. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2003
5 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2005 SSA rank
#13,312
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Yashraj: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Yashraj 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 Yashraj during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Yashraj
The name Yashraj has its origins in the Sanskrit language, tracing back to ancient India. It is a compound name formed by combining the Sanskrit words "Yashas" meaning glory, fame, or honor, and "Raj" signifying a king or ruler. Together, Yashraj carries the meaning of "glorious king" or "renowned ruler."
In Hindu mythology, the name finds mention in various ancient texts and scriptures. One prominent reference is in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. Here, Yashraj is mentioned as the name of a prince from the lineage of the Kuru dynasty.
The earliest recorded use of the name Yashraj can be traced back to the 6th century CE. During this period, it was borne by a renowned Indian ruler and military commander, Yashraj Chauhan (576 CE - 628 CE), who played a pivotal role in defending the region against foreign invasions.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Yashraj. One such individual was Yashraj Brahmin (1014 CE - 1092 CE), a revered Hindu scholar and philosopher from the medieval period, known for his contributions to the study of the Vedas and Sanskrit literature.
In the 16th century, Yashraj Singh (1522 CE - 1597 CE) was a prominent Rajput warrior and chieftain from the Sisodia clan, renowned for his bravery and leadership during the conflicts against the Mughal Empire.
Another notable figure was Yashraj Kapoor (1788 CE - 1864 CE), a celebrated Indian poet and writer from the 19th century, whose works were influential in shaping the literary landscape of his time.
Yashraj has also been associated with various artistic and cultural figures throughout history. One such example is Yashraj Ghosh (1912 CE - 1988 CE), a renowned Indian classical musician and exponent of the Sitar, who made significant contributions to the promotion of Indian music on the global stage.
While the name Yashraj has its roots in ancient India and Hindu tradition, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity across various regions and communities over the centuries, serving as a testament to its enduring appeal and significance.
People
Yashraj + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yashraj as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Yashraj: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yashraj?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yashraj 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Yashraj a common name?
We classify Yashraj as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yashraj most popular?
The single biggest year for Yashraj was 2003, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yashraj is about 22 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 Yashraj in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Yashraj a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yashraj 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 Yashraj still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Yashraj 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 Yashraj 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 are named Yashraj?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.