Borja is a Spanish given name of Basque origin, meaning "flank" or "side". It is derived from the Basque word 'borjal', which refers to a buttress or side support used in architecture. The name Borja gained prominence due to its association with the influential Borgia family during the Renaissance period. In Spain, it has been used as both a given name and a surname for centuries.
"Borja saw a dip in popularity from 2016 to 2020, with only half the number of births recorded between those years. However, there was a resurgence in its usage from 2021 onwards, though it remains below the 2016 figure. Overall, there have been 26 babies named Borja since 2016."