Majka

Majka is a Polish feminine diminutive derived from Maja, itself a short form of Maria or sometimes Magdalena. Maria traces back to the Hebrew name Miryam, whose exact meaning is debated but may relate to concepts of bitterness, beloved, or sea of sorrow. Majka functions as an affectionate pet form widely used in Poland and also found in South Slavic languages such as Croatian and Serbian. Related forms include Maja, Maria, and Marika.