Tej Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tej originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'radiance' or 'brilliance'. It evolved from 'Tejas' to its modern form, Tej, representing energy and light. The name has no biblical relevance and has been culturally significant in India for centuries, becoming increasingly popular in contemporary times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tej"
Pronunciation
/teɪdʒ/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Tej is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Tejas', which means 'radiance' or 'brilliance'. It is often associated with energy and light.
Meaning
radiance, brilliance, energy
Language Evolution
Tejas (Sanskrit), Tej (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Tej has been used in Indian culture for centuries, gaining popularity in modern times as a name representing brightness and vitality.
Variants & Derivatives
Tejas, Tejal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Tej is perceived positively, often associated with vibrant energy and intelligence.
Famous People
Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav
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✨ Tej Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tej"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tej"
"Tej" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7318th of 16616 | 71 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3973rd of 24088 | 361 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4613th of 23106 | 257 |
Regional Popularity of "Tej" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
53.99% 2788th/5164 |
63.45% 4640th/7313 |
40.37% 3013th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- | - |
60.95% 3825th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tej" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tej"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tej" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tej" in the United States
The name Tej is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tej has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tej' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7318th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3973rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4613th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tej' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.