Origin
Sanskrit roots—'Dil' meaning 'heart' and 'Raj' meaning 'king' or 'royalty'. The name 'Dilraj' is of Indian origin, commonly used within Indian communities worldwide, including Australia. It appears in ancient Sanskrit texts as a compound denoting a 'king of hearts'. It is not originally Australian but has been adopted by South Asian migrant populations in Australia.
Meaning
Literal translation is 'King of Hearts'. In the Australian context, it signifies a person of heartfelt leadership or someone embodying compassion and authority, often appreciated in multicultural circles.
Pronunciation
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Variants & Nicknames
Variants
- Dilraj
- Dil Rāj (alternative Romanisation)
- Dil
- Raj
Nicknames
- Dil
- Raj
Name Days
- None officially recognised in mainstream Australian or Christian calendars. However, Indian cultural celebrations like Diwali (Twelve November) sometimes feature name days for saints and figures associated with Indian heritage.
- Māori and Aboriginal Australian communities do not traditionally celebrate name days but observe cultural and seasonal events instead.
- 21 October (Deepavali, Indian Festival of Lights, celebrated by Indian communities in Australia).
Name Pairings
Names that pair well with dilraj:
- Arjun and Dilraj
- Neha and Dilraj
- Saman and Dilraj
Fun Facts
- The name Dilraj is popular among Indian Australians, especially within the Brisbane and Sydney Indian communities.
- There are several notable Australian cricket players of Indian descent with the name Dilraj, reflecting its cultural significance.
- While uncommon in mainstream Australian naming, Dilraj is increasingly recognised in multicultural Australia, celebrating its diverse fabric.
Personality Traits
Common traits associated with the name dilraj:
- Compassionate
- Leadership-oriented
- Respectful
Aesthetic Qualities
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Geographical Distribution
Most common among Indian communities in metropolitan areas such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. , trait s:['Compassionate' , 'Leadership-oriented' , 'Respectful' ] , 'famous':['Dilraj Singh (Australian cricket player)' , 'Dilraj Kaur (Australian artist and community worker) ' ], 'linguistic_adaptability':'Name adapts well across languages, with transcriptions like Dilraj in Latin scripts; in Indian scripts, it is written as दिलराज (Devanagari).' , 'aesthetic':'Simplistic and balanced, the name presents a harmonious visual appeal, with a contemporary yet culturally rich quality in Australian contexts.' , 'numerological':'Name number 7—associated with introspection, spiritual awareness, and analysis, often linked to wisdom and inner growth.' , 'astrological':'No specific astrological associations, but traditionally related to the Moon in Indian astrology, symbolising intuition and emotion.' , 'is_aboriginal':false , 'is_maori':false
Numerological Significance
Name number 7—associated with introspection, spiritual awareness, and analysis, often linked to wisdom and inner growth.' , ,'astrological':'No specific astrological associations, but traditionally related to the Moon in Indian astrology, symbolising intuition and emotion.' , ,'is_aboriginal':false , ,'is_maori':false }
Astrological Connections
No specific astrological associations, but traditionally related to the Moon in Indian astrology, symbolising intuition and emotion.' , 'is_aboriginal':false, 'is_maori':false
Historical Context
While not historically prominent in Australian history, the name has seen increased use with migration from India starting in the mid-20th century. Notable bearers include community leaders and young professionals contributing to Australia's multicultural landscape.
Linguistic Adaptability
Name adapts well across languages, with transcriptions like Dilraj in Latin scripts; in Indian scripts, it is written as दिलराज (Devanagari). , ,'aesthetic':'Simplistic and balanced, the name presents a harmonious visual appeal, with a contemporary yet culturally rich quality in Australian contexts.' , ,'numerological':'Name number 7—associated with introspection, spiritual awareness, and analysis, often linked to wisdom and inner growth.' , ,'astrological':'No specific astrological associations, but traditionally related to the Moon in Indian astrology, symbolising intuition and emotion.' , ,'is_aboriginal':false , ,'is_maori':false }
Famous People Named dilraj
- Dilraj Singh (Australian cricket player)
- Dilraj Kaur (Australian artist and community worker)
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Popularity in Australia
Year | Count |
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2017 | 1 |
2013 | 1 |