Borja

Meaning of Borja

Borja is a masculine Spanish name derived from the Aragonese town of Borja in northeastern Spain, itself tracing back to the Arabic burj, meaning “tower” or “fortress.” The name carries the weight of Renaissance history through its association with the House of Borgia—known in Spanish as Borja—which produced figures such as Pope Alexander VI and Lucrezia Borgia. In American naming charts, Borja registers as a deliberate choice rather than a trend, with annual occurrences fluctuating between five and nine newborns since 2016 and ranking between 913 and 927; in 2024, seven boys received the name, placing it at number 917. This pattern underscores its appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name that unites historical resonance with modern rarity.