UK girl's name
Tejah
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiant" or "brilliant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tejah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tejah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Tejah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Tejah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tejah ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 girls were registered as Tejah.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tejah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5201
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Tejah mean?
The name Tejah has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest and most ancient languages of the Indian subcontinent. The word "Teja" in Sanskrit means "brilliance" or "radiance," and it is often associated with the energy and light of the sun. The name Tejah is a variant of this Sanskrit word, with the addition of the "h" at the end.
In Hindu mythology, the concept of "Teja" is closely linked to the divine power and strength of the gods and goddesses. It is believed that those who possess "Teja" are blessed with charisma, courage, and a strong presence. The name Tejah may have been given to children with the hope that they would embody these qualities and lead a life of brilliance and radiance.
The earliest known historical references to the name Tejah can be found in ancient Sanskrit texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads, dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. These texts often mention the concept of "Teja" and its association with divine energy and spiritual enlightenment.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Tejah was Tejah Bhatt, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 7th century CE. He is known for his contributions to the study of Sanskrit grammar and literature, and his works continue to be widely studied and revered in the field of Indian philosophy and linguistics.
Another notable figure with the name Tejah was Tejah Nath Kashmiri, a prominent Kashmiri poet and writer who lived in the 19th century. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern Kashmiri literature and is credited with reviving and popularizing the use of the Kashmiri language in poetry and prose.
In the 20th century, Tejah Bahadur Singh was a distinguished Indian mathematician and academic who made significant contributions to the field of algebra. He served as the head of the Department of Mathematics at the University of Delhi and was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, in 1959.
Tejah Kumari was a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and choreographer from the southern Indian state of Kerala. She was widely acclaimed for her innovative approach to this classical Indian dance form and received numerous awards and recognitions for her contributions to the performing arts.
Tejah Patel was a prominent Indian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded several successful technology companies in Silicon Valley. He was actively involved in various charitable organizations and was recognized for his efforts in promoting education and healthcare initiatives in underprivileged communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Tejah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tejah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Tejah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tejah in the UK right now?
In 2007, Tejah was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tejah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Tejah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tejah?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiant" or "brilliant".
How many people are called Tejah in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Tejah across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.