Syrej

A Quranic Name for Boys and Girls

Syrej is variant of Siraj and has the exact same meaning and pronunciation (see below for full meaning). You can use either Syrej or Siraj, both are correct and acceptable. If you like this variant more and you'd like to pronounce it the way it is spelled (different than the original name), this is perfectly acceptable. For more details please see the main entry at: Siraj.

Full Meaning of Syrej

Syrej is a direct Quranic name for boys and girls that means “lamp”, “light”, “cresset”, any device the produces light. The Quran uses the word Syrej to describe Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and also uses it to refer to the sun. Syrej 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)