Tejas
Tejas first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2013, when 77 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Tejas popular?
Declining Tejas is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2013 peak.
| 2020s | 208 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 509 | |
| 2000s | 500 | |
| 1990s | 165 | |
| 1980s | 73 | |
| 1970s | 18 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Tejas mean?
From the Sanskrit तेजस् (tejas), 'sharpness, brilliance, splendour, light, fire, vital energy'. A core Vedic concept denoting radiant power and inner fire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tejas mean?
Tejas means Radiance, brilliance, fiery energy. From the Sanskrit तेजस् (tejas), 'sharpness, brilliance, splendour, light, fire, vital energy'. A core Vedic concept denoting radiant power and inner fire.
What is the origin of the name Tejas?
Tejas is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Tejas?
Tejas is pronounced “TAY-juss.”
Is Tejas a boy or a girl name?
Tejas is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Tejas a popular name right now?
Tejas is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2013 peak.
How popular is the name Tejas?
In 2025, Tejas ranked #2933 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Tejas most popular?
Tejas was most popular in 2013, when about 77 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Tejas?
Names similar to Tejas include Krishna, Parth, Aarnav, Daksh, Kunal.
What names go well with Tejas?
sanskrit names that pair well with Tejas include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.