Will my child share the name Balraj with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Balraj per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Balraj in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Balraj becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Balraj is declining: down 1,262 places since 2019, to #4,275 in 2025. It peaked at #809 in 1999.

Is Balraj a good choice for a distinctive name?

Balraj is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Balraj a popular baby name in the United States?

Balraj does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Balraj is a distinctive choice, ranked #4275 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Balraj in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Balraj

Balraj is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 91 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #809 in 1999 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Balraj is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Balraj in their class.