Lija Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-jah / ˈliːdʒəHebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my salvation; Arabic: a form of the name Laila, meaning night
Historical & Cultural Background
Lija is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Arabic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the biblical name Leah. The Arabic variant connects to the name Laila, which is popular in various cultures. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Liya
- Leah
International Variants
- Liya (Russian)
- Laila (Arabic)
- Lea (Italian)
Famous people named Lija
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lija was first seen in the United States in 1979. Lija has ranked as high as #1389 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has no trending data available at the state level. There is not enough recent data to evaluate a 5-year trend.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |