Place of ascent or ladder
Miraj is an Arabic name referring to the 'Night Journey' or 'Ascension' of the Prophet Muhammad to the heavens. It symbolizes spiritual elevation and a connection between the earthly and divine realms. While rare in the United States, it holds significant cultural and religious weight in Muslim communities.
About 12 boys were named Miraj in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Bosnian-American actor known for Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol