Find out how popular the first name Daijah has been for the last 34 years (from 1990 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Daijah by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Daijah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Daijah.

The history of the first name Daijah

The name Daijah is a modern invented name that first emerged in the late 20th century. It is believed to be a combination of the names Daja and Aja, both of which have Arabic origins. The first part, "Daj," is derived from the Arabic word "dajja," meaning "dark night." The second part, "aja," is a variant of the Arabic name Aisha, which means "alive" or "prosperous."

While the name Daijah itself does not have a long historical lineage, its components can be traced back to ancient Arabic roots. However, there are no known references to the name Daijah in historical texts, religious scriptures, or ancient records prior to its modern usage.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Daijah are relatively recent, with the first known examples appearing in the late 20th century. As a newly invented name, there are no famous historical figures who bore this name until modern times.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Daijah is Daijah Street, an American professional basketball player born in 1993. She played for the University of Memphis and was drafted by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA in 2015.

Another notable individual with the name is Daijah Porcher, an American track and field athlete born in 1997. She specializes in the long jump and triple jump and has represented the United States in international competitions.

Daijah Moody is an American actress and singer best known for her role as Tiana Brown in the television series "Family Reunion" (2019-present). She was born in 2005 and has also appeared in films such as "The Prom" (2020).

Daijah Williams is an American singer and songwriter born in 1997. She gained recognition as a contestant on the reality television series "The Four: Battle for Stardom" in 2018.

Daijah Sylvain is a Canadian soccer player born in 2000. She plays as a midfielder for the University of South Florida and has represented Canada at the youth international level.

It's important to note that while these are some of the earliest and most notable individuals with the name Daijah, the name's popularity and usage continue to evolve in modern times.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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