Holding steady.
Popularity of Taeja since 1997
Babies named Taeja per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 87 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Taeja is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997, reflecting the trend of creative naming in the late 20th century. It saw its peak popularity in 2002, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. The name's trajectory has been stable, indicating consistent but rare use. The exact meaning is unknown, but it likely arose from combining sounds from names like Taya or Teja with the popular '-ja' suffix. The name remains uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and melodic choice for their daughters.
Taeja first appeared in U.S. records in 1997, likely a modern invented name. It may have been formed from elements of other names such as Taeya or Teja, or influenced by the fashionable '-ja' suffix seen in names like Anja or Alaja. Its spelling suggests a pronunciation like 'TAY-juh'. The name has seen sporadic but consistent use since the late 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tae, Ja
Sibling names for Taeja
Names that share Taeja's style, for a brother or sister.
