Sanjay
Sanjay: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sanjay
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit संजय (saṃjaya).
How popular is Sanjay?
Since 1880, 2,606 boys in the U.S. have been named Sanjay. Its highest rank for boys was #1090 in 1974. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Sanjay
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Sanjay
Sister and brother names that share Sanjay's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Sanjay FAQ
What does the name Sanjay mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit संजय (saṃjaya).
What is the origin of the name Sanjay?
Sanjay is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Sanjay?
Since 1880, 2,606 boys in the U.S. have been named Sanjay. Its highest rank for boys was #1090 in 1974. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sanjay a boy or girl name?
Sanjay is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,606 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.