How to Pronounce Maja
Maja / MAH-yah /
The name Maja is a Female name of Slavic origin meaning "Bitter". It is pronounced MAH-yah.
Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Maja is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter". 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 MAH-yah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as MAH-yah. Keep the original Slavic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maja
- · Maja Plisetskaya - Ballerina
- · Maja Salvador - Actress
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Maja?
- Maja is pronounced MAH-yah.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Maja?
- The correct pronunciation of Maja is MAH-yah.
- Is Maja a Slavic name?
- Yes, Maja is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter".
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