Lajoya is of Latin origin, meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'. It is a unisex name, though more commonly used for females. The name Lajoya was brought into prominence by the American singer and songwriter, Lauryn Hill, who named her daughter Lajoya in 2008.
The name Lajoya experienced a peak in popularity with 11 births in 1983, followed by another notable year with 10 births in 1988. However, the name's usage has been relatively inconsistent throughout the years, with fewer than 7 births annually from 1992 onwards. The total number of births with the name Lajoya is 91 over the given period.