How Many People Are Named Anja?
Complete statistics for the name Anja: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Anja, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 121,801 Americans today, with around 2,709 people bearing it. The majority, 70%, are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, driven by ambition and a strong sense of responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 25All 2,761 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Anja Through the Generations
With its peak popularity in 2006 when 122 babies were named Anja, this name has seen a steady decline since then. Today, it's predominantly found among younger generations, with 1,929 individuals under 30, compared to 773 aged between 30 and 60, and only 59 over 60. This trend paints a picture of Anja as a name embraced by new parents, reflecting contemporary naming preferences.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Anja's German roots
📄 About the Name Anja
How Many People Have the Name Anja?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,709 people in the United States currently share the name Anja. That works out to roughly 1 in every 121,801 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Anja a Common or Rare Name?
Anja is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Anja in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Anja Most Popular?
The name Anja reached peak popularity in 2006, with 122 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Anja?
Approximately 2,709 people named Anja live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,761. That works out to roughly 1 in 121,801 Americans.
Is Anja a rare name?
Anja is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 121,801 Americans has this name.
What does the name Anja mean?
The meaning and origin of Anja are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Anja more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Anja are male and 100% are female.
When was Anja most popular?
Anja peaked in 2006 with 122 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.