Kija
Girl nameKija has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It peaked in 1997.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
30
Peak year
1997 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1979
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kija — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kija.
Sibling name ideas for Kija
Same era and popularity as Kija, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kija?
Kija has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kija peak?
Kija peaked in 1997, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Kija a girl or boy name?
Kija is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kija are girls).
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