Nadja
Meaning of Nadja
Originating from the Slavic region, Nadja is a feminine name that has gained popularity around the world. The name Nadja has a German and Russian pronunciation, both pronounced as NAHD-yah (/ˈnaːd.ja/ in German and /ˈnadjə/ in Russian). A variation of this name is Nadia. In the United States, Nadja has been given to baby girls since at least 1914, though it saw its peak in popularity during the 1990s. The name continues to be chosen by parents today, with 15 occurrences in 2021. With its elegant sound and international appeal, Nadja is a beautiful choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as NAHD-yah (/ˈnaːd.ja/)
Russian
- Pronunced as NAHD-yah (/ˈnadjə/)
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Notable People Named Nadja
| Nadja Benaissa is a German singer and television personality who gained fame as a member of the girl group No Angels and later pursued a solo career. |
| Nadja Lyn Swarovski is an Austrian-American businesswoman who played a significant role in the Swarovski family company, leading global brand strategy and communications and serving as the Chair of the Swarovski Foundation. |
| Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg is a renowned Italian-American classical violinist and educator. |
| Nadja Spiegelman is an accomplished American writer and cartoonist known for her articles, books, graphic novels, and work as a literary magazine editor. |
| Nadja Auermann is a German model and actress known for having the longest legs of any model in the world, as recognized by the Guinness Book of Records. |
| Nadja Michael is a renowned German opera singer known for her leading soprano roles and has a family connection to the famous soprano Erna Sack. |
| Nadja Petrovic is a Macedonian painter born in Bitola and currently residing in Skopje and Florence. |
| Nadja Sofie Bender Knudsen, professionally known as Nadja Bender, is a Danish fashion model. |
