Will my child share the name Gabija with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Gabija per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Gabija in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Gabija becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Gabija is declining: down 488 places since 2020, to #2,788 in 2025. It peaked at #801 in 2010.

Is Gabija a good choice for a distinctive name?

Gabija is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Gabija a popular baby name in the United States?

Gabija does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Gabija

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Gabija is a distinctive choice, ranked #2788 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Gabija in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Gabija

Gabija has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 716 places in five years. It was most popular in 2010 at #801 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2001.

Gabija is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Gabija in their class.