Anja Herden (* 1970) is a German actress. After training at the Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen, she performed on various stages, including as a permanent ensemble member at Schauspiel Köln, Volkstheater Wien and Schauspiel Hannover. Herden is known to a wider audience for her numerous leading roles in film and television productions. She was nominated for the Nestroy Theater Prize for her artistic work.