Mija

Mija is a Slovene feminine name, functioning as a short form of Marija, the Slovene form of Maria. Maria itself derives from the Hebrew name Miryam, whose precise meaning is debated but may relate to roots connected with bitterness, beloved, or rebellion. The name has long been popular in Catholic-influenced Slavic cultures due to veneration of the Virgin Mary. Related forms include Maja, Mia, and Marija.