Anamaria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anamaria is a name of Latin origin, combining the meanings of grace and rebellion through its roots in the names Ana and Maria. It evolved from Hebrew and Latin forms over centuries. The name reflects traits of elegance and femininity, with no direct biblical relevance. Anamaria has gained popularity particularly in the 20th century across Hispanic and Latin cultures, and it remains a modern, stylish choice today.
The name Anamaria is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anamaria has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anamaria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7328th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2719th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2173rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2437th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3404th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anamaria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anamaria"
Pronunciation
/ˌænəˈmɑːriə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Anamaria is a combination of the names Ana and Maria, both of which have significant historical and cultural roots. Ana derives from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor,' while Maria is of uncertain origin but is often linked to the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'bitterness' or 'rebellion.'
Meaning
grace, favor, bitterness, rebellion
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Ana (Spanish/Portuguese), Maria (Latin/Greek), Anamaria (Modern combination)
Historical Usage
Anamaria gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Hispanic and Latin communities, during the 20th century as a blend of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ana, Maria, Anita, Marianna
Modern Popularity & Image
Anamaria is perceived as a beautiful and elegant name, often associated with grace and femininity. It has a modern appeal while also reflecting cultural traditions.
Famous People
Anamaria Vartolomei, French actress, Anamaria Marinca, Romanian actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anamaria"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anamaria"
"Anamaria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7328th of 9204 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4212th of 12526 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2719th of 19264 | 436 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2173rd of 27321 | 890 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2437th of 35406 | 1,135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3404th of 30306 | 559 |
Regional Popularity of "Anamaria" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anamaria" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
61.55% 1708th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
63.68% 2218th/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
35.53% 1437th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
50.35% 2253rd/4475 |
42.86% 2226th/5194 |
20.23% 1278th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.64% 2687th/4582 |
51.78% 2674th/5164 |
34.72% 2539th/7313 |
21.80% 1627th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
42.39% 2892nd/6822 |
44.30% 2780th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anamaria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anamaria" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.