Trends in Polish baby naming show rising popularity for Zoja

Recent data from the Ministry of Digital Affairs, based on the PESEL register, indicates a growing trend in baby naming in Poland. The name Zoja has seen a significant increase in popularity, reaching a record 609 registrations in 2025. This represents a 14 percent increase from 2024, when 533 girls were given the name, and a 50 percent increase compared to 2023.

While Zoja is climbing the rankings, it remains distinct from the most common names. For comparison, Zofia led the 2025 rankings with 4,415 registrations, followed by Zuzanna with 3,881 and Maja with 3,873.

In contrast to rising trends, some traditional or nature-inspired names remain extremely rare. The name Wiosna, which evokes themes of rebirth and nature, is currently held by only 11 women in Poland. No children were given this name in recent years, with the last instance occurring in 2023.