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Name Origin

Teja is a unisex given name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Slovenia and Croatia. It is a short form of the names Teodor (Theodore) or Teodora (Theodora), meaning 'gift of God'.

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Famous People

Teja Belak (1986-)

Professional Basketball Player

  • Played for the Slovenian national team
  • Won the EuroLeague with Olympiacos Piraeus

Teja Savič (1980-)

Alpine Skier

  • Competed in the Winter Olympics
  • Won multiple Slovenian national championships

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