Kaija-Riitta
Finnish · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Kaija-Riitta
Kaija-Riitta is a Finnish compound name where Kaija derives from Kai (meaning "sea" in Finnish) and Riitta is the Finnish form of Margery/Margaret, ultimately from the Greek "margarites" (pearl).
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Etymology
Kaija-Riitta is a Finnish compound name where Kaija derives from Kai (meaning "sea" in Finnish) and Riitta is the Finnish form of Margery/Margaret, ultimately from the Greek "margarites" (pearl). This name is used exclusively in Finland and Finnish-speaking communities, emerging as a popular given name in Finland during the 20th century, reflecting the Finnish tradition of combining traditional and diminutive forms.
Kaija-Riitta currently ranks #1,643 in the United States as a girl's name.
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