Ania Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ania is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It evolved from the name Hannah and has been used in various cultures, gaining popularity particularly in Eastern Europe. The name is associated with traits of kindness and elegance, and it has notable modern figures bearing the name.
The name Ania is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Ania has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Ania' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8388th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4481st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1655th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ania' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ania"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪ.ni.ə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ania is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hannah,' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It is often viewed as a diminutive or variant of the name Anna.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah, Anna, Ania
Historical Usage
Ania has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe, where it is often used as a feminine name. It has seen a rise in usage in the 20th and 21st centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Hannah, Ani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ania is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with kindness and grace.
Famous People
Ania Szarmach, Ania Dąbrowska
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ania"
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 "Ania"
"Ania" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8388th of 19264 | 68 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4481st of 27321 | 323 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1655th of 35406 | 1,947 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2407th of 30306 | 907 |
Regional Popularity of "Ania" 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 "Ania" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.38% 1392nd/4582 |
29.73% 1535th/5164 |
24.05% 1759th/7313 |
27.46% 2049th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.46% 2130th/3984 |
48.94% 2196th/4487 |
38.23% 2608th/6822 |
35.80% 2247th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ania"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ania" 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.