Bahja

Bahja is a girl baby name. Ranked #56,354 in the US, popular nicknames include Bah, Bay, and Bahie.

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Girl Name #56,354 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Bahja is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Bahja often also consider Ilcia, Nelisa, Asjah .

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Historical Record

Bahja first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.

Over 164 babies have been named Bahja in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Bahja is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,354 for girl names in the US .

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#56,354
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#56,354
Total SSA Count
5

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Bah Bay Bahie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bahja

Is Bahja a boy or girl name?
Bahja is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Bahja?
Bahja is currently ranked #56354 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Bahja?
Common nicknames for Bahja include Bah, Bay, and Bahie.
Is Bahja a common or rare name?
Bahja is an uncommon name, ranked #56354 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Bahja?
Bahja pairs well with Ilcia, Nelisa, Asjah, Isebella in style and sound.

About the Name Bahja

Bahja is a girl name .

Bahja is currently ranked #56,354 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Bahja include Bah, Bay, and Bahie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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