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Saja
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Pronounced SAH-jah /ˈsɑ.dʒɑ/High
Meaning: From Arabic saja, 'to be calm, still' — the serene quiet of the nightMedium
In 30 seconds: The hush of a calm night: Saja is Arabic for serene stillness — quiet, peaceful, and softly poetic. Tranquility as a name.
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Origin HighArabic
MeaningFrom Arabic saja, 'to be calm, still' — the serene quiet of the night
U.S. rank (2025)#4053 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,018
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Saja comes from Arabic saja, 'to be calm, tranquil, still' — evoking the serene quiet of nightfall. A gentle modern favorite in the Arab world.
In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, tranquil at the root, and serene.
Did you know? Saja appears in classical Arabic for the calm, settled stillness of the night — a name that carries a deep, restful peace.
Overall data confidence 80%
Arabic references — saja — etymology
Variations
SajahSaga
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Saja mean?
Saja is Arabic for 'calm, still' — the tranquil quiet of night.
How do you pronounce Saja?
It's said SAH-jah /ˈsɑ.dʒɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Saja a boy or girl name?
Saja is a girl's name.
How popular is Saja?
Saja is a rare name in the U.S.