Anja Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAHN-yah / ˈɑːn.jəSlavic; Scandinavian
Meaning
Gracious; merciful
Historical & Cultural Background
Anja is a feminine name that has roots in Slavic and Scandinavian cultures. It is often considered a variant of the name Anna, which has biblical origins. The name has been popular in various countries, particularly in Eastern Europe and Scandinavia, and has seen varying levels of popularity over the decades.
Trend Summary
Anja has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anya
- Anja
International Variants
- Anja (German)
- Anya (Russian)
- Agnieszka (Polish)
Famous people named Anja
Anja Rubik is a Polish supermodel known for her work in high fashion and modeling campaigns.
Anja Kling is a German actress recognized for her roles in television and film.
Anja Mittag is a retired German footballer who played for the national team and various clubs.
Anja Schneider is a German DJ and music producer known for her contributions to electronic music.
Fictional characters named Anja
Anja is a character in the video game series 'The Witcher', known for her involvement in the storyline.
Anja is a character in the animated series 'The Snow Queen', depicted as a brave and adventurous girl.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anja was first seen in the United States in 1962. Anja has ranked as high as #1261 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, Washington, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Anja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anja (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 6 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 41 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 39 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 55 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 44 |
| 1999 | 61 |
| 2000 | 66 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 109 |
| 2003 | 80 |
| 2004 | 87 |
| 2005 | 84 |
| 2006 | 122 |
| 2007 | 99 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 80 |
| 2010 | 84 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 87 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 73 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 48 |