Katija

Katija is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,719 in the US, popular nicknames include Kat, Kay, and Katie.

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Girl Name #49,719 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

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

Parents who love the name Katija often also consider Shakyiah, Sbeidy, Beza .

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Historical Record

Katija first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.

Over 5 babies have been named Katija in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Katija is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,719 for girl names in the US .

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#49,719
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,719
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Katie #580 Katia #1853

Nicknames

Kat Kay Katie Katiie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Katija

Is Katija a boy or girl name?
Katija is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Katija?
Katija is currently ranked #49719 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Katija?
Common nicknames for Katija include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Katiie.
Is Katija a common or rare name?
Katija is an uncommon name, ranked #49719 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Katija?
Katija pairs well with Shakyiah, Sbeidy, Beza, Yasirah in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Katija?
Related spellings include Katie, Katia.

About the Name Katija

Katija is a girl name .

Katija is currently ranked #49,719 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Katija include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Katiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Katija include Katie, Katia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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