Sanjay

/sɑnˈdʒeɪ/ noun

Definition

A male given name common in Indian cultures, particularly among Hindi speakers.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'Sañjaya' or 'Sanjaya,' combining 'san-' (altogether) and 'jaya' (victory), literally meaning 'the victory of all' or 'complete victory.' The name appears in ancient Indian texts.

Kelly Says

Sanjay is a famous name from the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic—in the story, a blind king's advisor named Sanjay narrates the entire war to him telepathically, making him one of history's first reported broadcasters!

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