What Does the Name Katja Mean
The name Katja comes from German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Katja below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Katja Name Meaning
German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch, SloveneGerman, Scandinavian, Dutch and Slovene form of KATYA.
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What does the name Katja mean?
The full meaning, origin and background of Katja appear in the meaning card at the top of this page, followed by real variants and related names from the same family.
Is Katja a boy or girl name?
The usage and origin of Katja are shown in the meaning card above — the related names below include forms used across genders.
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Is Katja a rare name?
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