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Rajesh

King, Ruler

rah-YEHSH/rɑdʒeʃ/

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9
Lucky #
Saturday
Lucky Day
(Sanskrit)
Origin
(Male)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Rajesh is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'ruler', 'king', or 'lord'. This name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'rajas', which translates to 'passion, desire, or color'. The name Rajesh signifies one who is in control of their emotions and desires, and is a fitting name for a strong and powerful individual.

Spiritual meaning

Symbol of leadership and power.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

राजेश

rājaḥ iṣaḥ

🇮🇳Hindi

राजेश

राजा ईश्वर

🇮🇳Tamil

ராஜேஷ

ஜோதிர் மன்னன்

🇮🇳Telugu

రాజేశ్

రాజః ఈశ్వరః

🇮🇳Marathi

Rajesh

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे King, Ruler

🇧🇩Bengali

Rajesh

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ King, Ruler

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

rah-YEHSH

/rɑdʒeʃ/

Lucky number

9

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

GoldYellow

Life path

5

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Rajesh is a distinctive and historically resonant name in the Hindu cultural tradition. The title of 'rajesh' has been held by great leaders, heroes, and divinities throughout Indian history. The name evokes images of regal stature, courage, and strength. Rajesh is a name that carries with it a deep sense of pride and a rich historical legacy.

The spiritual significance of the name Rajesh can be explored through its connection to the concept of 'rajas' or passion, desires, and emotions in Hinduism. Rajesh is not just a ruler or a king, but a leader who is in control of their emotions and desires, and using them for the betterment of themselves and the world around them.

Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Rajesh is derived from the Sanskrit word 'rājaḥ', meaning 'king', and 'iṣaḥ', meaning 'lord'. This name is associated with the Vedic deity Indra, who is often referred to as the king of the gods (rājā devānām).

Historical references

Rajesh Chakrabarti, a renowned Indian-American mathematician and computer scientist, was born on July 27, 1965, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Late 1960s

Rajesh Kumar was a prominent Indian civil servant who served as the Cabinet Secretary to the Government of India from 2004 to 2005.

Early 21st Century

Notable people with this name

Rajesh Khanna (1942-2012): A legendary Bollywood actor and filmmaker.

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