Resurrection or lively
Asja is primarily a Slavic and Northern European diminutive of Anastasija or Johanna. In the context of its Greek roots via Anastasia, it carries the meaning of resurrection. It is also frequently used in Baltic and Scandinavian regions as a standalone name with a spirited, energetic feel.
Less common today
Asja isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,406 in 1999.
Latvian actress and theatre director
Italian alpine ski racer
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
