Antje
[ˈɑnt.jə]Meaning
Frisian, Dutch and Low German diminutive of Anna
Background Story
Antje is a Frisian, Dutch and Low German diminutive of Anna, recorded in West Frisian and Dutch. Related forms include Anke, Anneke, Anouk and Ans. It is a female name that was once very common in the northern part of the Netherlands, and its popularity has steadily declined since 1900.
Variations
Anja, Anna, Annie
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