Irja: Name day
Name day
Irja's name day is observed on January 30th in both Estonia and Finland. Additionally, this name is celebrated on April 5th in Sweden.
Irja Origin Mood and Gender
Irja is a historically feminine name originating from the Finnish and Estonian linguistic traditions, sometimes associated with meanings related to clarity or radiance. Historically, its presence in the USA is marginal, tied mainly to mid-20th-century immigration patterns from the Nordic region. As a given name, Irja is strictly female and embodies a mood that is concise, traditional, and quietly determined. Its sound is grounded and sophisticated, reflecting the natural and cultural landscape of Northern Europe. The name’s rarity outside of Scandinavia and the Baltics ensures it remains a distinctive and culturally resonant choice.
Name Day List: Irja
Name Day List - similar names (Irja)
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Estonia | 1 | February | Birgitta, Birgit, Pireta, Piret, Pirja, Pirje, Gita |
 Austria | 2 | April | Franz, Mirjam, Sandra |
 Latvia | 5 | April | Mirjama, Vidaga, Vija, Virdzinija |
| Estonia | 30 | April | Mirjam, Mirja, Mirje, Miia |
 Finland | 30 | April | Mirja, Miia, Mira, Mirva, Mirella, Mirjami, Mirka, Mirkka |
 Sweden | 1 | July | Aron, Mirjam |
 Norway | 5 | July | Mina, Mirjam |
 Croatia | 24 | July | Kristina Bols., Mirjana |
 Hungary | 22 | August | Menyhért, Mirjam |
| Finland | 30 | September | Sirja, Sorja, Siru |
| Estonia | 16 | October | Sirje, Sirja, Siret |