Kaja Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kaja originates from Slavic roots, meaning 'pure', and evolved from names like Katarina and Catherine. It has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Northern Europe. Kaja is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaja"
Pronunciation
/ˈka.ja/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Kaja is derived from the Slavic name 'Kaja' which is often considered a diminutive of the name 'Katarina' or 'Catherine'. It is also linked to the word for 'pure' in several Slavic languages.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Katarina, Catherine, Kaja
Historical Usage
Kaja has gained popularity particularly in Scandinavian countries and Poland since the late 20th century as a standalone name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaja, Katarina, Kathy, Katya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaja is perceived as a modern and fresh name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kaja Kallas, Estonian politician, Kaja Mette, Norwegian artist
📊 Kaja Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kaja Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaja"
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 "Kaja"
"Kaja" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10888th of 19264 | 37 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6998th of 27321 | 170 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6531st of 35406 | 291 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7389th of 30306 | 185 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaja" 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 "Kaja" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
90.66% 5727th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaja"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaja" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kaja" in the United States
The name Kaja is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaja has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaja' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10888th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6998th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6531st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7389th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaja' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.