Liisa-Maija
Hebrew · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Liisa-Maija
Liisa-Maija is a Finnish compound name combining Liisa (the Finnish form of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheba meaning "God's oath") and Maija (the Finnish form of Mary, from Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved").
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Etymology
Liisa-Maija is a Finnish compound name combining Liisa (the Finnish form of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheba meaning "God's oath") and Maija (the Finnish form of Mary, from Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"). The name is used primarily in Finland and among Finnish-speaking populations, with roots in Christian tradition dating back to the medieval period when biblical names were adopted into Nordic cultures.
Liisa-Maija currently ranks #1,616 in the United States as a girl's name.
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