Siraj

The name Siraj, a masculine first name, comes from the Arabic term sirāj (سِرَاج), which means "lamp, light, lantern." Thus, it can be interpreted as "the light" or metaphorically as "the illumination." The name is mentioned in the Quran and describes both the Prophet Mohammed and the sun.

What does the name Siraj mean?

Siraj is a masculine first name that has its origin in the Arabic word sirāj (سِرَاج) and translates to "lamp, light, lantern." This leads to the meaning "the light" or, more loosely, "the illumination." The name can be found in the Quran, where it describes both the Prophet Mohammed and the sun. Therefore, Siraj is a typical Muslim name, especially widespread in the Arab and Muslim world. A Turkish variant of the name is Sirac.

Where does the name Siraj come from?

The first name Siraj is of Arabic origin and means "the light" or "the illumination."

How do you pronounce Siraj?

The pronunciation of Siraj is soft and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Si-radsch" [ziˈʁaːdʒ]. It begins with a clear I sound that radiates freshness. The second syllable with an open A adds warmth to the sound. The voiced affricate sound at the end provides a distinct conclusion. Siraj thus sounds melodic and present – international, harmonious, and self-assured.

Popularity

Siraj is among the common first names in Germany. The name currently ranks 1,607th in the list of the most popular male baby names and reached its best position in 2020 at 1,293rd place. In the last ten years, Siraj has been chosen as a first name about 210 times, placing it 1,528th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,862nd.