Katja Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-tyah / ˈkɑː.tjɑːSlavic; German
Meaning
Slavic: pure; German: a diminutive of Katharina
Historical & Cultural Background
Katja is a diminutive form of the name Ekaterina, which has roots in the Greek name Aikaterine. It is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly Russia and Poland. The name has gained popularity in various cultures and is often associated with qualities of purity and innocence.
Trend Summary
The name Katja has seen moderate popularity in various countries, particularly in Europe, but is less common in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Katya
- Katia
International Variants
- Katia (Italian)
- Katya (Russian)
- Catherine (English)
Famous people named Katja
Katja Riemann is a German actress known for her roles in both film and television.
Katja Kipping is a German politician and member of the Bundestag.
Katja Schuurman is a Dutch actress and television presenter.
Katja E. is a popular Russian singer and songwriter.
Fictional characters named Katja
Katja is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for her role in the storyline.
Katja is a character in the animated series 'Moominvalley', where she is depicted as a friendly and adventurous figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katja was first seen in the United States in 1963. Katja has ranked as high as #1217 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Katja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Katja (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 48 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 9 |