Anja-Riitta
Hebrew and Celtic/Germanic · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Anja-Riitta
Anja-Riitta is a Finnish compound name combining Anja (a diminutive of Anna, derived from the Hebrew name Channah meaning "grace" or "favor") and Riitta (a Finnish form of Brigitta, derived from the Celtic/Germanic root meaning "exalted" or "noble").
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Etymology
Anja-Riitta is a Finnish compound name combining Anja (a diminutive of Anna, derived from the Hebrew name Channah meaning "grace" or "favor") and Riitta (a Finnish form of Brigitta, derived from the Celtic/Germanic root meaning "exalted" or "noble"). The name is primarily used in Finland and among Finnish-speaking populations, reflecting the Scandinavian naming tradition of combining multiple names, and became more common in Finland during the 20th century.
Anja-Riitta currently ranks #1,347 in the United States as a girl's name.
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