Alja name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 8th, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek and Germanic
Usage: Slovenian, Russian and English
Pronunciation: ALL-yah
Meaning: Defender of Men, He Who Wards Off (Other) Men, Protector and Entire
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What does Alja mean?

Alja came from Old Greek and Germanic languages is used as a girl name, meaning of Alja is "Defender of Men, He Who Wards Off (Other) Men, Protector or Entire" is substantially used in Slovenian, English and Russian.

Alja is short of Alexandra. Alexandra is feminine of Alexander. Meaning of Alexandra is To Defend and Helper and Defender of Mankind is rooted from Old Greek.

How do I pronounce Alja?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Alja is ALL-yah. The pronunciation choose to emphasis on first ALL syllable.

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How popular is the name Alja?

Alja is a common baby name in Slovenia while it is somewhat familiar in Netherlands. According to our estimate, at least 2000 people have been bestowed Alja around the globe.

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Alja in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands058455
Sweden05136
Denmark0010

Here's what numbers has to say about Alja

You know you have the power and will to accomplish whatever you imagine on your own. Nothing can change your mind about something if you truly believe you are the one that's right. Reveal your pain and let people who've hurt you know how you feel. People don't take you seriously because of your inconsistency. You have this perfect life everyone admires. However, your life is far from perfect, and so are you.

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  •  Belisario - Curious boy name Belisario is used predominantly in Portuguese and Italian, meaning of Belisario is "Swordsman" has its origin in Old Greek
  •  Corrissa - Unusual Corrissa principally is used in English, meaning of Corrissa is "From the Ravine or Maiden" and a baby girl name is originated from Old Greek and Old Norse
  •  Cristol - Unexpected Cristol is used specifically in English is rooted from English and Greek is a baby girl name, Cristol means "Who Carries the Christ"
  •  Stevunn - The Stevunn means "Crowning" has its roots in Greek is prevalently used in Breton
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Sibling Names for Alja

Choosing the perfect name for your newborn can be overwhelming. If you've decided on the name Alja, it's essential to consider names that complement and sound harmonious with it. Here is a list of sibling names that pair well with Alja, from traditional to modern and unique options.

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