Maja
m(a)-ja
US Popularity:8590
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Good mother; Bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Of Magdala; Tower
Baby is sure to teach you a thing or two about parenting, so let their name be a nod to their importance. Maja, a Greek girl’s name, means "good mother" and is an alternate form of Maia. In Greek mythology, Maia was a beautiful nymph and mother of Hermes, the messenger god. In Roman mythology, meanwhile, Maia was a goddess of fertility who inspired the name of the month of May. As a Hebrew and Egyptian title, Maja can mean "rebelliousness,” “bitterness,” “wished-for child,” “beloved,” “of Magdala,” and “tower." A fitting name for the little one who has added so much value to your days, Maja inspires so much potential.
How Popular Is The Name Maja?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Maja is currently #3385 on The Bump
Girl:Maja is currently #2274 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Maja is currently #8590 in U.S. births
Girl:Maja is currently #4928 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#4928
in 2023
- 1785
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Maja (1), June 2023
Behind the Name, Maia (1), June 2023
Behind the Name, Maja (2), June 2023
Behind the Name, Mary, January 2022
Name Doctor, Maja (1)
Theoi, MAIA
Britannica, May, month, June 2023
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