Ani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ani originates from Hebrew, meaning 'I' or 'me', reflecting personal identity. It evolved from ancient Hebrew to modern usage, maintaining its significance over time. The name's biblical relevance emphasizes humility and self-awareness. In contemporary society, Ani is viewed as a unique and fashionable name, with notable individuals contributing to its popularity.
The name Ani is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ani 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, 'Ani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5156th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2948th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2103rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2333rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ani"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ani is derived from the Hebrew word 'ani', which means 'I' or 'me'. It is often used in biblical texts and has connotations of humility and self-identity.
Meaning
I, me
Language Evolution
Ancient Hebrew: אֲנִי (ʾānî), Biblical Hebrew, Modern Hebrew
Biblical Background
The name appears in biblical texts, emphasizing themes of personal reflection and acknowledgment.
Historical Usage
The name Ani has been used in various cultures, particularly within Jewish communities, due to its biblical roots. It has gained popularity in modern times as a unique and meaningful name.
Variants & Derivatives
Anya, Annie, Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ani is perceived as a modern and stylish name that carries a sense of individuality and depth.
Famous People
Ani DiFranco - American singer-songwriter, Ani K. - Notable artist and designer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ani"
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 "Ani"
"Ani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5156th of 19264 | 164 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2948th of 27321 | 583 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2103rd of 35406 | 1,417 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2333rd of 30306 | 948 |
Regional Popularity of "Ani" 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 "Ani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
58.23% 2355th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- |
20.09% 1269th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.11% 2525th/4582 |
39.85% 2058th/5164 |
59.18% 4328th/7313 |
16.51% 1232nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
49.83% 2236th/4487 |
59.79% 4079th/6822 |
22.37% 1404th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ani" 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.