US Popularity Rank: 10969

Origin: Indian

Meaning: Ruler of kings, God of kings, lord of kings

Rajesh is a boy’s name of Indian origin. It translates from Sanskrit to mean “lord of kings,” “God of kings,” or “ruler of kings.” This regal name has enduring popularity throughout India and Nepal. It has been made famous by actor Rajesh Khanna, who was dubbed the “first superstar” of Bollywood and whose iconic legacy has been cemented with a stamp and statue bearing his likeness. You might also recognize the name Rajesh (or Raj) Koothrappali as a character from TV’s The Big Bang Theory, which ran from 2007 to 2019.