The word Nataraja is derived from 'Natya' which means dance and 'Raja' which means King. So, Nataraja basically means King of Dance.The word Nataraja is derived from 'Natya' which means dance and 'Raja' which means King. So, Nataraja basically means King of Dance <a href="http://www.boldsky.com/yoga-spirituality/faith-mysticism/2014/nataraja-story-of-dancing-shiva-040177.html" target="_blank">Know More</a>.