Ajah
Meaning of Ajah
Ajah constitutes a female appellation underpinned by a dual etymological lineage: in Yoruba cultural systems it signifies a forest‐dwelling spirit, whereas in Sanskrit derivations the root “aja” conveys the notions of “unborn” or “goat,” thereby endowing the name with a layered semantic profile. Its phonological realisation in English, /ɑˈdʒɑ/, yields a concise bisyllabic structure that aligns with modern onomastic preferences for clarity and brevity. A longitudinal examination of United States Social Security Administration data from 1978 through 2024 indicates that Ajah has consistently occupied a position in the lower quartile of female name popularity—peaking at rank 756 in 1978 and thereafter stabilising predominantly between ranks 900 and 950—culminating in 10 recorded occurrences in 2024 (rank 940). This pattern underscores Ajah’s status as a niche yet resilient choice, appealing to parents who seek a name that harmonises cross‐cultural resonance with phonetic economy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AH-jah (/ɑˈdʒɑ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Ajah
| Ajah Ogechukwu - |
