Female Name
Maija
ˈmɑi.jɑ
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
74/100
classic65%
common65%
natural140%
wholesome120%
refined100%
strange65%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
Maija is a Finnish and Latvian variant of the names Maria or Marija. It carries the same connotations of grace and belovedness associated with its root names. In Latvian culture, the name gained prominence through the playwright Anna Brigadere's use of it for the main character in her play 'Maija un Paija' (1922), which has contributed to its cultural significance in Latvia.
Etymology
Original Form:
Maria/Marija
Evolution:
The name evolved into 'Maija' in Finnish and Latvian contexts, adapting to local linguistic and cultural nuances.
Source:
Cultural adaptation and linguistic evolution in Finnish and Latvian societies.