Irja
girl nameIrja entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #1883 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
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rank today
#1883
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2220 |
| 1920s | #3943 |
| 1930s | #4550 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Irja are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Irja alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Irja in 2025?
- Irja is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Irja most popular?
- Irja peaked in 1915, reaching #1883 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Irja with classmates?
- Irja will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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