Erja-Riitta
Greek and Latin · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Erja-Riitta
Erja-Riitta is a Finnish compound name combining Erja (derived from the Greek name Irene, meaning "peace") and Riitta (a Finnish form of Margot/Margaret, derived from Latin meaning "pearl").
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Etymology
Erja-Riitta is a Finnish compound name combining Erja (derived from the Greek name Irene, meaning "peace") and Riitta (a Finnish form of Margot/Margaret, derived from Latin meaning "pearl"). The name is used primarily in Finland and reflects Finnish naming traditions, particularly among women born in the mid-to-late 20th century when compound names were common in Scandinavian cultures.
Erja-Riitta currently ranks #2,302 in the United States as a girl's name.
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