Annika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annika is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It has evolved from Anna and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is often associated with charm and friendliness, and it does not have a biblical background. Notable people with this name include professional golfer Annika Sörenstam.
The name Annika is most popular in Minnesota, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Annika has been too falling 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, 'Annika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9364th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2477th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1329th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 411th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 719th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annika"
Pronunciation
/ˈænɪkə/
Origin
Scandinavian
Etymology
The name Annika is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means 'grace' or 'favor'. It has been popular in Scandinavian countries as a diminutive form of Anna.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Anna, Hannah, Annika
Historical Usage
Annika gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Sweden and other Nordic countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Anika, Annie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Annika is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Annika Sörenstam - a professional golfer, Annika Becker - a German singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annika"
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 "Annika"
"Annika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9364th of 12526 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2477th of 19264 | 503 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1329th of 27321 | 1,851 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 411th of 35406 | 12,190 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 719th of 30306 | 4,774 |
Regional Popularity of "Annika" 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 "Annika" 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) |
78.45% 2304th/2937 |
83.15% 2896th/3483 |
- |
38.82% 1570th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
31.23% 1151st/3685 |
38.44% 1720th/4475 |
40.74% 2116th/5194 |
15.56% 983rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.00% 275th/4582 |
8.50% 439th/5164 |
9.86% 721st/7313 |
4.27% 319th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.58% 541st/3984 |
16.07% 721st/4487 |
16.37% 1117th/6822 |
9.53% 598th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annika" 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.