Rajah (disambiguation) facts for kids
Rajah is a word that means "king" or "ruler" in some parts of Asia, especially India. It comes from an old Sanskrit word. You might hear it used for important leaders or even for names of people, places, and animals. This page will tell you about some of the interesting things named Rajah.
Contents
Rulers and Leaders Called Rajah
The most common meaning of Rajah is a ruler, similar to a king or prince. This title was used for many centuries in India and Southeast Asia.
Indian Monarchs
In India, a Rajah was a powerful leader who ruled over a kingdom or a large area. These rulers often had great wealth and influence. They were important figures in history, leading their people and sometimes building grand palaces or temples. The word is sometimes spelled Raja.
Kings of the Philippines
During the 16th century, before the Spanish arrived, some leaders in the Philippines also used the title Rajah. These were often Muslim kings who ruled important areas.
- Rajah Humabon was a king in Cebu, Philippines. He met the explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.
- Rajah Lakandula was a ruler in Tondo, a part of what is now Manila. He was an important leader when the Spanish first came to the area.
- Rajah Sulayman was another powerful king in Manila during the 16th century. He was known for defending his land.
Modern Leaders
- Indranee Rajah is a modern politician from Singapore. She holds important positions in the government, including being a Deputy Speaker of Singapore's Parliament. This means she helps lead meetings in the country's law-making body.
Animals and Plants Named Rajah
Many interesting living things have "Rajah" in their name, often because they are grand or powerful in some way.
The Rajah Scops Owl
The Rajah Scops Owl is a type of small owl found in Southeast Asia. It is known for its distinctive calls and its ability to blend into its forest home.
The Rajah Spiny Rat
The Rajah Spiny Rat is a species of rodent. It lives in forests and is named for the stiff, spiny hairs on its back.
Rajah Mosquitoes
There are a few types of mosquitoes that have "Rajah" in their name:
- Culex rajah
- Toxorhynchites rajah
These insects are part of the natural world, though some mosquitoes can carry diseases.
The Rajah Pitcher Plant
The Nepenthes rajah is a very special and large carnivorous plant. It is native to the rainforests of Borneo, an island in Southeast Asia. This plant has huge, pitcher-shaped leaves that act like traps to catch insects and sometimes even small animals. It's one of the largest pitcher plants in the world.
Other Things Named Rajah
The name Rajah is also used for other interesting things, from fictional characters to ships.
Rajah the Dog
Rajah was a famous German Shepherd police dog from New Zealand. Police dogs are specially trained to help police officers with their work, like finding missing people or catching criminals. Rajah was known for his skills and bravery.
Rajah in Comics
Rajah is also the name of a fictional character in the Marvel Universe. This character appears in comic books and stories, often with special powers or abilities.
The Rajah Movie
The Rajah was a movie made in 1919. It starred the famous comedian Harold Lloyd.
HMS Rajah
The HMS Rajah (D10) was an escort aircraft carrier. An aircraft carrier is a very large warship that acts as a floating airfield, allowing airplanes to take off and land at sea. Escort carriers were smaller versions used to protect other ships during wartime.
Places Named Rajah
Some places around the world are also named Rajah.
Ayer Rajah, Singapore
Ayer Rajah is an area located in Singapore. Singapore is a modern island country in Southeast Asia. Ayer Rajah is part of a larger planning area called Queenstown.
Rajah Buayan, Philippines
Rajah Buayan is a municipality in the Philippines. A municipality is a type of local government area, similar to a town or a small city.
Related pages
