Ajah
About Ajah
Ajah is a feminine name with diverse cultural connections. In some African traditions, it may be related to names meaning 'wealth' or 'prosperity,' while it also appears in some Middle Eastern naming traditions. The name has gained limited recognition in Western countries but remains uncommon. Ajah has a distinctive, melodic quality with its two syllables and soft consonants. The name's simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages while maintaining its exotic appeal. In modern usage, Ajah might be chosen by parents seeking a short, distinctive name with global resonance, reflecting the increasing interest in names that cross cultural boundaries while remaining accessible.
Pronounced AH-jah.
As of October 2026, Ajah ranked #7906 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1689 in 1999.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,661 | 30 | 16.8 |
| 2015 | #4,296 | 33 | 18.5 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,923 | 27 | 15.6 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,911 | 27 | 16.1 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |