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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Brilliance, radiance, fiery inner energy
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- TAY-juhs
Tejas is a Sanskrit name meaning brilliance, radiance, and fiery inner energy. It's pronounced TAY-juhs (/ˈteɪdʒəs/), so it's easy to say once you've heard it. If you're looking for a name that carries a sense of light and drive, this one says it directly.
Meaning & Origin of Tejas
Meaning: Brilliance, radiance, fiery inner energy.
Origin: Sanskrit.
How to Pronounce Tejas
TAY-juhsIPA /ˈteɪdʒəs/
Popularity of Tejas
Tejas peaked in the U.S. at #1860 in 2013, with 77 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #3962 with 28 babies, so it's a rarer pick now than it was a decade ago.
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FAQ
What does the name Tejas mean?
Brilliance, radiance, fiery inner energy.
How do you pronounce Tejas?
Tejas is pronounced TAY-juhs (IPA: /ˈteɪdʒəs/).
Is Tejas a popular name right now?
Tejas peaked at #1860 in 2013 and is ranked #3962 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1977–2024.)
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