Aleja Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEH-ha / əˈleɪ.həSpanish; Slavic
Meaning
defender of mankind (Spanish); a form of Alexandra (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish, Aleja is often considered a diminutive or variant of Alejandra, which is the feminine form of Alejandro, derived from Alexander. The name has roots in the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' In Slavic cultures, Aleja can be seen as a variant of Alexandra, which carries similar meanings and is popular in various Slavic-speaking countries. Both origins reflect themes of protection and strength.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alejandra
- Alejita
- Alexandra
International Variants
- Alejandra (Spanish)
- Aleksandra (Polish)
- Alexandra (English)
Famous people named Aleja
Aleja M. — artist.
Aleja M. — activist.
Fictional characters named Aleja
Aleja — original character in a novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aleja was first seen in the United States in 1994. Aleja has ranked as high as #1276 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Aleja has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aleja (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |