Pure
A Scandinavian and Finnish diminutive of Katherine. Like its counterparts, it is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which has long been associated with the concept of purity.
Less common today
Kaija isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,984 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Finnish contemporary composer
Popular Finnish singer-songwriter
Estonian biathlete and world champion
