Maja Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-ah / /ˈmaɪ.ə/Slavic; Scandinavian; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: 'the greatest'; Latin: 'pearl'
Historical & Cultural Background
Maja is a name with Slavic roots, commonly used in various Eastern European countries. In Scandinavian cultures, it is often associated with the arrival of spring and is celebrated in festivals. The name has also been adopted in Latin-speaking regions, where it is linked to the Roman goddess Maia, associated with growth and fertility.
Trend Summary
Maja has seen a steady rise in popularity in the U.S. over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maya
- Maia
International Variants
- Maja (Polish)
- Maya (Spanish)
- Maia (Greek)
Famous people named Maja
Maja Salvador is a Filipino actress and dancer known for her roles in television dramas.
Maja Ivarsson is a Swedish singer and songwriter, the lead vocalist of the band The Sounds.
Maja Lunde is a Norwegian author recognized for her environmental-themed novels.
Maja Kuczynska is a Polish artist known for her contemporary visual art.
Fictional characters named Maja
Maja is a character in the animated series 'Maja the Bee', known for her adventurous spirit.
Maja is a character in the video game 'The Last Guardian', serving as a companion to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maja was first seen in the United States in 1953. Maja has ranked as high as #1294 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, New York, New Jersey, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Maja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maja (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 75 |
| 2007 | 80 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 77 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 61 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 37 |