Maja
/Maja/ Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Maja is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh. The name Maja has diverse origins. It is associated with the Greek Maia, a nymph and mother of Hermes, linked to the Proto-Indo-European root *meh₂-, meaning 'to grow'. It also appears as a diminutive of Maria or Magdalena, or as a name in its own right in various languages.
Quick Facts
Language Slavic
Gender Female
Phonetic Maja
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as Maja. Keep the original Slavic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maja
- · Maja Plisetskaya - Ballerina
- · Maja Salvador - Actress
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