Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Kaijah since 1996
Babies named Kaijah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 89 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Kaijah is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 1996 and has remained uncommon since. Its highest usage came in 2003 (peak year), but as of 2025 it ranked 14,942, with approximately 1 in 321,453 newborns receiving the name. The trajectory has been stable, placing it in the 2000s decade category without any revival. The name likely draws from the popular "Kai" and "-ah" suffixes, fitting a trend of creative, melodic names for girls. Its origins are modern English and its meaning is not definitively established, making it a fresh choice for parents seeking a unique sound.
The name Kaijah is a modern coinage, likely a respelling or elaboration of names like Kaia, Kaya, or Kaiyah. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1996, reflecting a trend toward names ending in the popular "-ah" sound. Its meaning is not firmly established, as it does not have a single clear etymological root.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kai, Kaja
Sibling names for Kaijah
Names that share Kaijah's style, for a brother or sister.
