Sanja Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAHN-yah / ˈsɑːn.jəSlavic; Sanskrit
Meaning
Slavic: 'defender'; Sanskrit: 'a form of the name Sanjaya'
Historical & Cultural Background
Sanja is a name commonly found in Slavic cultures, particularly in countries like Serbia and Croatia. It is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form of longer names such as Aleksandra. In Sanskrit, Sanja is associated with the concept of victory and is sometimes linked to the name Sanjaya, a character in the Indian epic Mahabharata. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its melodic sound and positive meanings.
Trend Summary
Sanja has seen moderate popularity in various regions, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sanya
- Sanjana
International Variants
- Sanja (Serbian)
- Sanja (Croatian)
- Sanjana (Indian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sanja was first seen in the United States in 1961. Sanja has ranked as high as #1056 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sanja has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sanja
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |