Goat, drive, or lead
In Sanskrit, Aja means 'goat' and is associated with the Vedic god of fire, Agni. It also has roots in Arabic meaning 'to drive' or 'to lead'. In the United States, it gained cultural recognition through the 1977 Steely Dan album of the same name.
About 44 girls were named Aja in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character from the animated series based on the Steely Dan song · Jem and the Holograms
American actress known for 'How to Get Away with Murder'
Lead singer of the indie rock band Nico Vega
Olympic bronze medalist in bobsledding
American drag performer and rapper
The same feel as Aja — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
