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Hindu Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Dharmaraj

Righteous Ruler

Pronunciation: dhar-mah-raj (/dʱərə mə dʒaː dʒə/)

Boy Name Sanskrit origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Righteous Ruler
Origin
Sanskrit
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Stone
(Ruby)
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
50
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi
Lucky Colors: BlueYellow

What does Dharmaraj mean?

Dharmaraj is a Sanskrit name derived from the words ‘dharma’ meaning righteousness and ‘raja’ meaning king or ruler. This name signifies a righteous ruler or one who upholds the principles of truth and justice.

Dharmaraj in other languages & scripts

Hindi
धर्मराज
धर्म (Dharma) - राजा (Raja)

How to pronounce Dharmaraj

English pronunciation
dhar-mah-raj
IPA notation
/dʱərə mə dʒaː dʒə/

Numerology & personality

Expressive, artistic, and socially conscious

Associated Traits
BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of righteous governance and moral order.

Dharmaraj is a name deeply rooted in Hindu culture, symbolizing authority and morality. In Hindu mythology, Dharma is one of the four fundamental goals of human life, alongside Artha (prosperity), Kama (desire), and Moksha (liberation). A Dharmaraj embodies these principles, ruling with fairness and justice, upholding moral values, and bringing positive change to society. This name holds great reverence in Hindu tradition and carries a profound cultural impact.

Popularity of Dharmaraj by region

Region Country Score Year
Tamil Nadu IN 49 2024
Karnataka IN 53 2024
West Bengal IN 46 2024

Spelling variations of Dharmaraj

Dhaarmaaraaj

Names similar to Dharmaraj

Frequently asked questions about Dharmaraj

What does Dharmaraj mean?
Dharmaraj is a Sanskrit name derived from the words ‘dharma’ meaning righteousness and ‘raja’ meaning king or ruler. It signifies a righteous ruler or one who upholds the principles of truth and justice.
Is Dharmaraj a Hinduism name?
Yes, Dharmaraj is a name with deep roots in Hindu culture and religion. It is often depicted as the God of Dharma, who maintains the balance between good and evil and ensures the moral order of the universe.
How to pronounce Dharmaraj?
Dharmaraj is pronounced as ‘dhar-ma-raj’. The first syllable ‘dhar’ is pronounced as ‘dhar’, the second syllable ‘ma’ as ‘ma’, and the third syllable ‘raj’ as ‘raj’.
Is Dharmaraj popular today?
Dharmaraj is not a commonly used name today, but it holds great significance in Hindu culture and religion.
What is the origin of Dharmaraj?
Dharmaraj is a Sanskrit name derived from the words ‘dharma’ meaning righteousness and ‘raja’ meaning king or ruler.