Find out how popular the first name Kajsa has been for the last 44 years (from 1978 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kajsa by gender

Based on the last 44 years of data, Kajsa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kajsa.

The history of the first name Kajsa

Kajsa is a Scandinavian given name that originated in Sweden. It is derived from the Old Norse word "katja", which means "pure" or "innocent". The name first appeared in written records during the 13th century and was primarily used in Sweden and parts of Finland.

The name Kajsa gained popularity in Sweden during the 16th and 17th centuries. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Kajsa Andersdotter, a Swedish peasant who lived in the late 16th century and was known for her involvement in the Norrköping Bloodbath, a brutal massacre that took place in 1604.

In the 17th century, Kajsa Warg (1628-1701) was a Swedish author and translator who became one of the first women in Sweden to have her works published. Her most notable work was a translation of the French novel "Astrée" by Honoré d'Urfé.

During the 18th century, Kajsa Charlotta Stenborg (1742-1820) was a Swedish actress and playwright who performed at the Gustavian Opera in Stockholm. She was known for her roles in plays by August von Kotzebue and August Blanch.

In the 19th century, Kajsa Kristina Visbur (1800-1868) was a Swedish novelist and poet who wrote under the pen name "Euphrosyne". Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the struggles of women in society.

Another notable figure with the name Kajsa was Kajsa Kavat (1858-1944), a Swedish artist and illustrator who was known for her illustrations in children's books and magazines. Her work helped to popularize the Art Nouveau style in Sweden during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While the name Kajsa has remained more common in Sweden and Finland, it has also been used in other Scandinavian countries and has seen some use in other parts of the world as a result of immigration and cultural exchange.

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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