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Maja

MAH-yah

Popularity

#4001

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Letters

4

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

2,009

Peak Year

#84 in 2009

First Recorded

1953

Style

Soft & Gentle, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A feminine given name with multiple origins, often seen as a diminutive of Maria (Hebrew for 'bitter' or 'rebellious') or Maya (Sanskrit for 'illusion').

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MaiMimi

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Maja Salvador

    Filipino actress, dancer, singer, and businesswoman.

  • Maja Lindgren

    Danish actress.

Nicknames

MaiMimi

Spelling Variations

MayaMaiaMya

Similar Names

MariaMayaMaiaAmaya

Personality Traits

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