Niraj
boy nameNiraj entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #3030 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#3030
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4321 |
| 1980s | #4089 |
| 1990s | #5880 |
| 2000s | #6776 |
| 2010s | #11083 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Niraj are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Niraj alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Niraj in 2025?
- Niraj is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Niraj most popular?
- Niraj peaked in 1981, reaching #3030 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Niraj with classmates?
- Niraj will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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