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Marja

MAR-yah

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

437

Peak Year

#45 in 1978

First Recorded

1921

Style

Vintage, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A diminutive of Maria, which has uncertain origins but is often associated with the Hebrew name Miryam, meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious.'

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Marja-Liisa Kirvesniemi

    Finnish cross-country skier, multiple Olympic medalist.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

IndependentSpiritualResilientCompassionate

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