US Popularity:8590
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Egyptian, Hebrew
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.

Maja Name Popularity Data

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
In comparison to the previous year's data
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