Anika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anika is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'grace' or 'brilliance'. It has evolved from its Sanskrit roots through Hindi to become popular in English. The name is associated with positive traits such as elegance and charm. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in modern times due to its appealing sound and meaning.
The name Anika is most popular in Washington, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anika has been falling 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, 'Anika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1328th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1241st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 574th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 682nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anika"
Pronunciation
/əˈniːkə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Anika is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Anika', which means 'grace' or 'brilliance'. It is also thought to mean 'sweetness' in some contexts.
Meaning
grace, brilliance, sweetness
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अनिका (Anikā), Hindi: अनिका (Anikā), English: Anika
Historical Usage
Anika gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, due to its melodic sound and positive meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Annika, Anike, Nika
Modern Popularity & Image
Anika is viewed positively in contemporary culture, often associated with elegance and charm. It is popular among parents looking for unique yet traditional names.
Famous People
Anika Noni Rose, an American actress and singer, Anika Sorenstam, a Swedish professional golfer, Anika Moa, a New Zealand singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anika"
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 "Anika"
"Anika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1328th of 19264 | 1,338 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1241st of 27321 | 2,057 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 574th of 35406 | 8,023 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 682nd of 30306 | 5,106 |
Regional Popularity of "Anika" 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 "Anika" 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) |
39.26% 1153rd/2937 |
32.24% 1123rd/3483 |
33.91% 1193rd/3518 |
35.09% 1419th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.20% 1334th/3685 |
25.88% 1158th/4475 |
29.42% 1528th/5194 |
18.52% 1170th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.28% 517th/4582 |
9.57% 494th/5164 |
11.68% 854th/7313 |
6.22% 464th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.70% 705th/3984 |
11.81% 530th/4487 |
13.69% 934th/6822 |
8.73% 548th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anika" 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.