Maja
girl name#3712 in 2025Maja entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #2298 in 2011, ranks #3712 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1953–2025
#3712
rank today
#2298
peak (2011)
40
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5620 |
| 1960s | #5471 |
| 1970s | #4398 |
| 1980s | #5158 |
| 1990s | #4961 |
| 2000s | #2689 |
| 2010s | #2981 |
| 2020s | #3758 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Maja has been most popular in IL, CA, CO.
Living bearers
About 2,000 people named Maja are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maja alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maja in 2025?
- Maja ranks #3712 among US girl names in 2025, with 40 babies given the name.
- When was the name Maja most popular?
- Maja peaked in 2011, reaching #2298 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Maja with classmates?
- Maja will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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