Tej
Meaning of Tej
The name Tej is a masculine name of Indian origin, specifically derived from the Hindi language. Pronounced as "tayj" (/teɪdʒ/), it carries the powerful meaning of "light," "lustre," or "brilliance." This evocative name is often associated with qualities such as radiance and strength. A variation of this name is Taj, which shares similar cultural roots and meanings. In recent years, Tej has seen modest usage in the United States, with its popularity fluctuating but maintaining a presence over the past few decades. For instance, in 2023, there were 17 newborns named Tej, ranking at 5436 in popularity. The name reached its peak in 2011 with 33 occurrences and a rank of 3306. Despite its relatively rare use, Tej remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that embodies brightness and vitality.
Pronunciation
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as tayj (/teɪdʒ/)
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Notable People Named Tej
| Tej Bahadur Sapru was an influential Indian freedom fighter, lawyer, and politician who played a key role in India's struggle for independence and the drafting of the Indian Constitution. |
| Tej Lalvani is a British businessman and CEO of Vitabiotics, as well as a former "dragon" on the BBC series Dragons' Den. |
| Tej Parikh is a British economist and writer. |
| Tej Pratap Singh Yadav is an Indian politician and former Member of Parliament in the Indian Lok Sabha representing Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh from 2014 to 2019 as a member of the Samajwadi Party. |
| Tej Narayan Singh Yadav, also spelled Narain, is an Indian politician who was elected to the Lok Sabha from Buxar, Bihar as a member of the Communist Party of India. |
