Declining since 2004.
Popularity of Aija since 1979
Babies named Aija per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 13 |
| 1990s | 118 |
| 2000s | 178 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Aija is a rare and modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1979. It reached its peak popularity in 2003, but has been on a declining trajectory since 2004. The name never entered the top 1000 rankings, reflecting its uncommon status. Aija may have Latvian roots where it is a traditional feminine name, or it could be a creative spelling influenced by names like Aya and Aja. Its rarity and cross-cultural ambiguity give it a distinctive appeal for parents seeking a short, melodic name outside the mainstream.
The name Aija has multiple potential origins. In Latvia, it is a traditional feminine name derived from the Latvian word for 'father', though this meaning is debated. In English-speaking countries, it may have emerged as a spelling variant of Aya or a creative respelling of Aja, influenced by fashionable sounds. Its usage in the United States is modern, first recorded in 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Aija
Names that share Aija's style, for a brother or sister.
