BoyHindi origin

Sanjay: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A triumphant name meaning victorious, blessed with success.

Origin
Hindi
Syllables
2
Current rank
#4205
Peak
#1090 in 1974

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1962: #326419621970: #145919701980: #169219801990: #212119902000: #184620002005: #205520052010: #174920102015: #192620152020: #42052020#1#4205

What Sanjay Means

Sanjay is a boy name of Hindi origin. A triumphant name meaning victorious, blessed with success.

How Popular Sanjay Is

Sanjay currently ranks #4205 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1090 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Sanjay

  • Sanjay is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Sanjay is a name from the Hindi-speaking tradition.
  • It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.

Names Like Sanjay

Other Hindi names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Sanjay

Hindi names that pair well as a brother or sister to Sanjay.

Questions About Sanjay

What does Sanjay mean?

Sanjay is a boy name of Hindi origin. A triumphant name meaning victorious, blessed with success.

How popular is Sanjay?

Sanjay currently ranks #4205 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1090 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Sanjay come from?

Sanjay comes from Hindi roots. Sanjay is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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