Holding steady.
Popularity of Tija since 1969
Babies named Tija per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 40 |
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 20 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tija is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969. Its peak popularity occurred in the year 2000, though the name has never reached a top rank and remains highly uncommon. The trajectory of its usage is stable, with no significant increase or decline in recent decades. Tija's exact origin is unclear; it may be a creative variant of the name Tia or a feminine form of the Dutch name Tijo. Because of its rarity and lack of historical documentation, Tija is best understood as a contemporary coinage with flexible spelling. The name is primarily used for girls, and its scarcity means it has no top states or notable bearers. Parents considering Tija should expect it to stand out as a distinctive and personal choice.
Tija is a rare modern name, possibly a creative spelling of Tia or a feminine derivative of the Dutch name Tijo. Its use in the United States is very limited, with a peak in the year 2000. The name has no established historical or cultural roots and appears to be a contemporary coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Tija
Names that share Tija's style, for a brother or sister.
