Rajiv
2 syllables
♂ Male ◎ Hindi / Indian / Malayalam / Marathi / Nepali / Sanskrit / Tamil ◈ 2 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"Striped"

From Hindi / Indian / Malayalam / Marathi / Nepali / Sanskrit / Tamil

The name Rajiv has Indian origins and its meaning is lotus flower in Sanskrit. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Rajiv at a glance
MeaningStriped
OriginHindi / Indian / Malayalam / Marathi / Nepali / Sanskrit / Tamil
GenderMale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 6
US Rank#45
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Origin & history of Rajiv
1
Hindi / Indian / Malayalam / Marathi / Nepali / Sanskrit / Tamil roots
The name Rajiv has Indian origins and its meaning is lotus flower in Sanskrit. It is a popular name in Hindu culture and has a strong historical significance. Rajiv Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India, is one of the most well-known bearers of this name. Rajiv is a simple yet elegant name that symbolizes purity, beauty, and spirituality.
2
Root name
The root form of Rajiv is Rajiv — meaning Striped.
3
Modern usage
Rajiv remains a beloved choice, ranking #45 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Rajiv?
45 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 45 babies were named Rajiv each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
450 Total US registrations
last 10 years
2 Syllables
6 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Rajiv
6
Life path number
The Nurturer
Nurturing, love and responsibility.
❤️Nurturing
🏡Home-centred
⚖️Just
🌸Generous
R9
A1
J1
I9
V4
Sum: 24 → Life path 6
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Personality of Rajiv
❤️
Nurturing heart
They notice when someone is struggling before anyone else.
🏡
Creates warmth
Their circle is warmer for their presence.
⚖️
Strong morals
They know what's right and stand by it.
🌸
Quietly selfless
They give and give, often without realising how much.
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