Neeraj
boy nameNeeraj entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2799 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#2799
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4225 |
| 1980s | #4756 |
| 1990s | #6734 |
| 2000s | #8680 |
| 2010s | #11645 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Neeraj are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Neeraj alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neeraj in 2025?
- Neeraj is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Neeraj most popular?
- Neeraj peaked in 1974, reaching #2799 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Neeraj with classmates?
- Neeraj will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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