Will my child share the name Viraaj with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 13 UK babies named Viraaj per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Viraaj in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Viraaj becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Viraaj has been fairly steady, ranked #1,897 in 2025 against #1,935 in 2020. Its best recorded position was #1,380 in 2015.

Is Viraaj a good choice for a distinctive name?

Viraaj 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 Viraaj a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Viraaj is a distinctive choice, ranked #1897 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Viraaj in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Viraaj

Viraaj is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 177 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1380 in 2015 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2005.

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