Aniah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aniah has Hebrew origins and means 'God has answered.' It has evolved from its biblical roots into modern usage, particularly in English-speaking countries. Aniah is characterized by its uniqueness and contemporary appeal, with no specific biblical relevance. In recent years, it has become popular as a name reflecting creativity and individuality.
The name Aniah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Aniah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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, 'Aniah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15440th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1492nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2321st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aniah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aniah"
Pronunciation
/əˈnaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Aniah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Aniah,' which means 'God has answered.'
Meaning
God has answered
Language Evolution
Hebrew: עֲנִיָּה, Latinized forms, Modern English
Historical Usage
Aniah has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Anya, Anaya, Aniya
Modern Popularity & Image
Aniah is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Aniah Blanchard, a notable figure in social media and advocacy.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aniah"
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 "Aniah"
"Aniah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15440th of 27321 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1492nd of 35406 | 2,235 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2321st of 30306 | 953 |
Regional Popularity of "Aniah" 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 "Aniah" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.32% 1252nd/4582 |
30.31% 1565th/5164 |
19.23% 1406th/7313 |
23.30% 1739th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.90% 2227th/3984 |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
32.78% 2236th/6822 |
38.58% 2421st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aniah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aniah" 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.