Aja Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aja originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'unborn' or 'immortal'. It has evolved from ancient forms in Sanskrit and Pali to its modern usage in various cultures today. The name is associated with spiritual and strong traits, and it does not have biblical relevance. Aja has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among those who appreciate its cultural significance.
The name Aja is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aja has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aja' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15886th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1407th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 865th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1267th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aja' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aja"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪ.dʒə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Aja is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Aja', which means 'unborn' or 'immortal'. In Hindu mythology, Aja is also associated with various deities and spiritual concepts.
Meaning
unborn, immortal
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अजय (Ajaya), Pali: अजय (Ajaya), Modern languages: Aja
Historical Usage
The name Aja has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly within Indian and Hindu communities, over the last few decades as awareness of Hindu mythology has increased globally.
Variants & Derivatives
Ajay, Ajae, Ajae
Modern Popularity & Image
Aja is perceived as a unique and spiritual name, often associated with strength and immortality.
Famous People
Aja Naomi King, an American actress known for her role in 'How to Get Away with Murder'., Aja Volkman, a musician and lead singer of the band Nico Vega.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aja"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aja"
"Aja" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15886th of 24088 | 26 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1407th of 19264 | 1,200 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 865th of 27321 | 3,383 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1267th of 35406 | 2,787 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2432nd of 30306 | 899 |
Regional Popularity of "Aja" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aja" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.93% 1026th/2937 |
25.27% 880th/3483 |
44.80% 1576th/3518 |
24.55% 993rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.36% 824th/3685 |
15.33% 686th/4475 |
18.85% 979th/5194 |
15.23% 962nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.85% 1276th/4582 |
27.15% 1402nd/5164 |
14.66% 1072nd/7313 |
23.11% 1725th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.18% 2756th/3984 |
74.06% 3323rd/4487 |
29.80% 2033rd/6822 |
67.78% 4254th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aja"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aja" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.