Ella-Maija
Germanic and Hebrew · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Ella-Maija
Ella-Maija is a Finnish compound name combining "Ella" (derived from Eleanor, meaning "bright" or "shining light") with "Maija" (the Finnish form of Maria, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved").
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Etymology
Ella-Maija is a Finnish compound name combining "Ella" (derived from Eleanor, meaning "bright" or "shining light") with "Maija" (the Finnish form of Maria, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"). The name is primarily used in Finland and Scandinavian countries, particularly among Finnish-speaking populations, with roots in both Germanic and Hebrew linguistic traditions adapted into Finnish culture.
Ella-Maija currently ranks #2,386 in the United States as a girl's name.
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