Anuj
Anuj: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Anuj
- A male given name from Sanskrit commonly used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit अनुज (anuja, “younger brother”).
How popular is Anuj?
Since 1880, 937 boys in the U.S. have been named Anuj. Its highest rank for boys was #2239 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Anuj FAQ
What does the name Anuj mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit commonly used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit अनुज (anuja, “younger brother”).
What is the origin of the name Anuj?
Anuj is listed as a name of Sanskrit commonly used in India origin.
How popular is the name Anuj?
Since 1880, 937 boys in the U.S. have been named Anuj. Its highest rank for boys was #2239 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Anuj a boy or girl name?
Anuj is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 937 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.