1. Key Attributes of the Baby Name Siraj
| How to pronounce Siraj | Sit + happY + pRay + mAn + Jump British English. Each block is a syllable. Thick black border indicates stress/emphasis. Other pronunciations are acceptable. |
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| Original Spelling | سِرَاج (Siraj written in Arabic) |
| Alternate spellings of Siraj | Ciraj Seraj All of the above spellings are acceptable for this name. You may also create your own spelling. |
| Quranic Nature & Root (Learn more...) | Quranic Nature Directly Mentioned Quranic Root S R J All Quranic baby names derived from S-R-J: |
2. Detailed Meaning of Siraj

Siraj is a direct Quranic name for boys and girls that means “lamp”, “light”, “cresset”, any device the produces light. The Quran uses the word Siraj to describe Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and also uses it to refer to the sun. Siraj is used four times in the Quran.
O Prophet, indeed We have sent you as a witness and a bringer of good tidings and a warner. And one who invites to Allah , by His permission, and an illuminating lamp. (Quran 33:45-46)
Blessed is He who has placed in the sky great stars and placed therein a [burning] lamp and luminous moon. (Quran 25:61)
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