Anuj is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is composed of two parts: "anu" which means "after" or "next," and "j" which signifies "born." Therefore, the name Anuj translates to "born after" or "the one born next."
The name Anuj has a rich history in Indian culture and literature. It is often used as a given name for boys, but it can also be found as a surname. In Hindu mythology, Anuj is sometimes associated with Lord Indra, the god of rain and thunder, who was believed to have been born after his predecessor.
In modern times, Anuj has gained popularity not only in India but also among people of Indian descent living abroad. It is considered a unisex name, although it is more commonly used for boys. Despite its growing popularity, Anuj remains relatively rare outside of the Indian subcontinent, making it a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for a meaningful name with a rich cultural heritage.
In terms of pronunciation, Anuj is typically pronounced as AH-nu-j, where "AH" rhymes with "father," "nu" sounds like "new," and "j" has a soft "g" sound similar to the French "je.
Based on the provided statistics, we can observe the trend of babies named Anuj born in the United States from 1969 to 2022.
The name Anuj first appeared in the records in 1969 with only 5 births that year. The number of births increased slightly in 1971 with 6 births, and then remained relatively stable between 5 and 8 births from 1973 to 1976.
However, starting from 1979, we see a significant increase in the number of babies named Anuj. That year, there were 22 births, which was the highest number since the records began. This trend continued through the early 1980s, with the number of births fluctuating between 14 and 22 each year.
The late 1980s and early 1990s saw a decline in the popularity of the name Anuj, with fewer than 20 births recorded each year. However, there was another peak in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with the highest number of births (46) occurring in 2006.
After 2007, the popularity of the name Anuj began to decline again, with fewer than 25 births recorded each year. The most recent data available shows that there were only 5 births in both 2021 and 2022.
In total, over the 54-year period from 1969 to 2022, there were 937 babies named Anuj born in the United States.