Maja

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Maja Pronunciation

Maja is pronounced MY-ah /ˈmaɪ.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Scandinavian/Slavic form of Maya/Maria — tied to Roman Maia, 'great', goddess of spring growthMedium

In 30 seconds: Spring-goddess soft, Scandi-cool: Maja is the European Maya — from Roman Maia, 'the great one', who gave May its name. Warm, worldly, springtime-bright.

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Origin MediumScandinavian, Latin

MeaningScandinavian/Slavic form of Maya/Maria — tied to Roman Maia, 'great', goddess of spring growth

U.S. rank (2024)#4001 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,009

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Maja is a Scandinavian and Slavic form of Maya/Maria, linked to Roman Maia, 'the great one', goddess of growth (routes layered, which we note). It's a top favorite across Germany, Scandinavia, and the Balkans.

In the U.S. it appears in European families. Rare stateside, great-goddess at the root, and springlike.

Did you know? The Roman goddess Maia — 'the great one' — gave her name to the month of May; Maja is her Scandinavian and Slavic flowering.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Maja — routes layered

Variations

MayaMaiaMaya

Nicknames

Maj

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If you like Maja…

Maya— the English spelling of the same sound

Maia— the Roman-goddess form

Mira— a fellow soft European name

Mila— a companion Slavic favorite

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Maja?

Maja is pronounced MY-ah (/ˈmaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Maja said aloud.

How do you say Maja?

Maja is said MY-ah (/ˈmaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Maja said aloud.

What does the name Maja mean?

Maja is a European form of Maya/Maria, tied to Roman Maia, 'the great one'; routes are layered.

Is Maja a boy or girl name?

Maja is a girl's name.

How popular is Maja?

Maja is a rare name in the U.S., popular across Europe.