Nahja

Nahja is a girl baby name. Ranked #31,521 in the US, popular nicknames include Nah, Nay, and Nahie.

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Girl Name #31,521 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nahja is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nahja often also consider Anjanie, Jalan, Jarisa .

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Historical Record

Nahja first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.

Over 58 babies have been named Nahja in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nahja is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,521 for girl names in the US .

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#31,521
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#31,521
Total SSA Count
6

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Nah Nay Nahie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nahja

Is Nahja a boy or girl name?
Nahja is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nahja?
Nahja is currently ranked #31521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nahja?
Common nicknames for Nahja include Nah, Nay, and Nahie.
Is Nahja a common or rare name?
Nahja is an uncommon name, ranked #31521 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nahja?
Nahja pairs well with Anjanie, Jalan, Jarisa, Milee in style and sound.

About the Name Nahja

Nahja is a girl name .

Nahja is currently ranked #31,521 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nahja include Nah, Nay, and Nahie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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