Saja
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 982 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
inflection of sajë: definite nominative singular indefinite nominative/accusative plural
Saja is a girl's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil,' particularly used to describe the stillness of water or a peaceful night. It is a poetic name found across Arabic-speaking cultures.
Saja's soft sounds and serene meaning make it a beautiful choice for parents seeking a name that carries both cultural depth and quiet elegance.
EtymologyShow more
Saja is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Saja has been recorded as a girl's name since 1987, with 982 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Saja climbed 675 spots in the last 20 years — from #4685 to #4010.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 188 | #4029 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 353 | #4315 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 295 | #4678 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 133 | #8401 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 13 | #10923 | — |
The Story of Saja
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2020, Saja is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Saja are most likely born between 2010 and 2024.
How rare is Saja?
Only about 1 in every 97,297 babies born in 2024 was named Saja — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1987, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 353 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Saja by the numbers
- Would fill 20 school buses
- Meeting one Saja per day would take 2.7 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(37 years, 1987–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37 | #4010 |
| 2023 | 44 | #3573 |
| 2022 | 33 | #4360 |
| 2021 | 28 | #4813 |
| 2020 | 46 | #3387 |
| 2019 | 40 | #3771 |
| 2018 | 39 | #3831 |
| 2017 | 43 | #3613 |
| 2016 | 33 | #4418 |
| 2015 | 37 | #4056 |
| 2014 | 37 | #4087 |
| 2013 | 31 | #4625 |
| 2012 | 42 | #3770 |
| 2011 | 28 | #5037 |
| 2010 | 23 | #5942 |
| 2009 | 38 | #4087 |
| 2008 | 30 | #4991 |
| 2007 | 35 | #4364 |
| 2006 | 32 | #4552 |
| 2005 | 25 | #5227 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1987–2024