Anja

Meaning & origin

The name Anja originates from the Scandinavian region and means "the gifted" or "the graceful". It is a shortened form of the name Anna and therefore has a biblical origin. In Germany, Anja has been a popular name for girls since the 1960s and represents strength, beauty, and grace.

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Famous people with the first name Anja

• Anja Savcic Actor
• Anja Pärson Sámi-Swedish alpine ski racer
• Anja Rubik Polish model
• Anja Coleby Australian actress
• Anja Weber German badminton player

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