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AgrajHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Lord of the Universe

Pronunciation: ah-grahj

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Name
Agraj
Meaning
Lord of the Universe
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ah-grahj
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Agraj mean?

Agraj is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Lord of the Universe". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ah-grahj. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

अग्रज

first, foremost, or leading

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-grahj

IPA

/əɡɾɑdʒ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Agraj is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Lord of the Universe. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

RedYellow

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and socially adept individuals. They are great communicators and have a strong emotional connection with others.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents the supreme god Vishnu in his form of 'Agni' the god of fire.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Agraj holds a significant cultural impact in Hindu society as it is considered a strong and powerful name associated with triumph and achievement. The name reflects the parents' vision of their son being a pioneer and making a positive impact on the world. The use of Sanskrit words in the name adds to its traditional and revered status.
For Hindus, the name Agraj is believed to hold immense spiritual significance as it reflects the divine attribute of 'Jaya' or victory. This name reaffirms the belief in the power of the Divine and inspires the child to live a virtuous life, constantly striving for success and achieving spiritual growth. It implies that with determination and inner strength, the child will always emerge victorious, not just in worldly matters but also in the spiritual journey of life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Agraj was an ancient name for the city of Ujjain, located in present-day Madhya Pradesh, India. It is believed that the name originated from the Sanskrit word 'agrah' meaning 'peaceful' or 'summit'. Agraj was an important center of learning and culture during the medieval period, with numerous temples and educational institutions.

Medieval Period, 6th-16th centuries CE

Agraj is also the name of a celestial being in Hindu mythology, known as the 'King of Serpents' or 'Nagaraja'. He is believed to be the guardian of the universe and ruler of all serpents. The name Agraj is derived from the Sanskrit words 'agra' meaning 'foremost' and 'raja' meaning 'king'.

Ancient Hindu Mythology, Originated before 5th century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

RajinikanthAgraj Pai

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

अग्रज

first, foremost, or leading

🇮🇳Hindi

अग्रज

पहला, प्रथम

🇮🇳Tamil

அக்ராஜ

அவர் அவர்களில் அவர்களின் அவர்களில் பிறகு, அவர்களின் அமர்க்களில்

🇮🇳Telugu

అగ్రాజ

అధికమ

🇮🇳Marathi

Agraj

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lord of the Universe

🇧🇩Bengali

Agraj

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lord of the Universe

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