Aja
Aja is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Unborn, eternal, or to drive.
Origin and history
Aja is a given name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'unborn' or 'drive, propel', associated with ancient Vedic texts and mythology. It gained popular cultural exposure in the U.S. following the release of Steely Dan's hit 1977 album titled 'Aja'. Today, it remains a rare but distinct choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
8,314 babies in the United States have been named Aja since 1880. It ranks #1833 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1720.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.3 %)
- NY (9 %)
- TX (8 %)
- IL (7.9 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 874 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,161 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,125 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,806 |
| 2010-2019 | 952 |
| 2020-2029 | 381 |
Famous people named Aja
- Aja Naomi King: Actress
Fun facts
- The name saw a sharp rise in U.S. popularity after Jazz-rock band Steely Dan released their critically acclaimed album 'Aja' in 1977.
- In classical Sanskrit texts, Aja is the name of a king in the Solar Dynasty and grandfather of Lord Rama.