Anisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anisa has Arabic origins, meaning 'friendly' or 'companion'. It evolved from the Arabic word 'anīsa' and has been used in various forms. The name is characterized by traits of warmth and kindness, and it has gained popularity in Muslim communities. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Anisa is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Anisa 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, 'Anisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2225th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2012th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1274th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2047th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anisa"
Pronunciation
/əˈniːsə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Anisa derives from the Arabic word 'anīsa', which means 'friendly' or 'companion'. It is often associated with warmth and kindness.
Meaning
friendly, companion
Language Evolution
Anisa, Anisa, Anisah
Historical Usage
The name Anisa has gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Muslim communities, due to its positive connotations and the rise of Arabic names in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Anisah, Anissa, Anisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Anisa is viewed positively in contemporary society, often associated with kindness, warmth, and a friendly demeanor.
Famous People
Anisa Mehdi, an American filmmaker and journalist, Anisa M. R. K. Rahman, a noted Bangladeshi politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anisa"
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 "Anisa"
"Anisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2225th of 19264 | 595 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2012th of 27321 | 986 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1274th of 35406 | 2,774 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2047th of 30306 | 1,134 |
Regional Popularity of "Anisa" 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 "Anisa" 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) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
55.81% 1944th/3483 |
67.54% 2376th/3518 |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
62.01% 2285th/3685 |
41.83% 1872nd/4475 |
45.05% 2340th/5194 |
26.09% 1648th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.76% 1318th/4582 |
16.65% 860th/5164 |
22.38% 1637th/7313 |
15.45% 1153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.67% 1660th/3984 |
29.37% 1318th/4487 |
45.63% 3113th/6822 |
32.43% 2035th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anisa" 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.