Holding steady.
Popularity of Tahja since 1990
Babies named Tahja per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 134 | 6 |
| 2000s | 89 | 9 |
| 2010s | 10 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tahja is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990, reflecting a broader trend of creative spellings and new coinages in the late 20th century. Its usage peaked in 1999, and since then it has remained stable but infrequent, never entering the top 1,000. The name is almost exclusively given to girls. Its origin is uncertain, but it may be a respelling of Taja, which derives from the Arabic word for 'crown.' As a modern invention, Tahja has no deep historical roots, yet its soft sound and simple structure appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but accessible name.
Tahja first appeared in U.S. records in 1990, suggesting a modern coinage or respelling. It may be a variant of Taja, itself a feminine form of Taj, which derives from the Arabic word for 'crown.' However, the exact derivation is uncertain, and the name likely emerged as a creative spelling within English-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Taja
Sibling names for Tahja
Names that share Tahja's style, for a brother or sister.
