Girl
Maja
pearl
About Maja
Maja delivers crisp, continental sophistication with Scandinavian and European flair. This compact powerhouse packs remarkable character into just four letters. The name's brevity belies its strength—short, memorable, and internationally recognized. Maja carries an artistic, cultured sensibility that appeals to cosmopolitan families. Its pronunciation varies slightly across regions, adding to its international mystique. The name feels effortlessly chic, requiring no embellishment to make an impression. Maja works exceptionally well in multicultural contexts, crossing linguistic boundaries with ease. Parents choosing Maja often appreciate minimalist aesthetics and global perspectives. The name's clean lines and straightforward spelling make it practical while its European associations provide cultural depth. Maja suggests creativity, intelligence, and understated confidence. It pairs well with longer middle names, creating pleasing rhythmic balance. For families seeking something concise yet substantial, worldly yet accessible, Maja offers an excellent solution.
Popularity of the Name Maja
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | #923 | #770 | |
| 2005 | #991 | ||
| 2006 | #449 | #223 | #963 |
| 2007 | #279 | #112 | |
| 2008 | #169 | #73 | |
| 2009 | #129 | #54 | |
| 2010 | #130 | #54 | #988 |
| 2011 | #127 | #57 | |
| 2012 | #132 | #60 | |
| 2013 | #137 | #71 | |
| 2014 | #167 | #73 | |
| 2015 | #168 | #91 | |
| 2016 | #177 | #117 | |
| 2017 | #175 | #123 | |
| 2018 | #189 | #119 | |
| 2019 | #197 | #128 | |
| 2020 | #211 | #271 | |
| 2021 | #314 | #196 | |
| 2022 | #300 | #200 | |
| 2023 | #369 | #523 | |
| 2024 | #390 | #260 | |
| 2025 | #493 | #258 | |
| 2004 | #793 | #998 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Maja
Names Similar to Maja
Nicknames for Maja
- Maj
- Maji
- Aja
- May
Famous People Named Maja
| Maja Salvador | Filipino actress and singer |
| Maja Keuc | Slovenian singer |
| Maja Włoszczowska | Polish mountain biker |
| Maja Latinović | Serbian model |
| Maja Lunde | Norwegian author |
| Maja S. K. Ratkje | Norwegian composer |
| Maja Ognjenović | Serbian volleyball player |
| Maja Volk | Serbian TV host |
| Maja Haderlap | Austrian-Slovenian writer |
| Maja Göpel | German sustainability expert |
| Maja Einstein | Swiss mathematician and Albert Einstein's stepdaughter |
| Maja Hyży | Polish singer |
| Maja Lidia Kossakowska | Polish fantasy writer |
| Maja Narbutt | Polish journalist |
| Maja Vukoje | Croatian actress |
| Maja Linnemann | German judoka |
| Maja Ratkje | Norwegian musician |
| Maja Sablewska | Polish media personality |
| Maja Hirsch | Polish actress |
| Maja Savić | Serbian handballer |
Characters Named Maja
| Maja Norberg | Character in the novel "Britt-Marie Was Here" by Fredrik Backman |
| Maja Belojica | Character in the novel "The Beautyful Ones Are Not Yet Born" by Ayi Kwei Armah |
| Maja Björk | Character in the film "Flickan som lekte med elden" based on Stieg Larsson's Millennium series |
| Maja Bach | Character in the film "The Hunt" directed by Thomas Vinterberg |