Rising since 1985, #482 for girls today.
Popularity of Anahi since 1976
Babies named Anahi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 206 |
| 1990s | 2,026 |
| 2000s | 8,657 |
| 2010s | 5,083 |
| 2020s | 3,369 |
Meaning & origin
Anahi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, and its usage has been steadily rising since 1985. The name reached its peak rank in 2006, when it was particularly popular in states like New Mexico, Nevada, and California. With 1 in 2,580 girls receiving the name in 2025, Anahi remains a distinctive choice, especially within Hispanic communities. Its etymology is uncertain, adding an air of mystery to this melodic name.
Anahi is a name of debated origin. It may have roots in an Arabic phrase of endearment or could be a modern Spanish coinage influenced by the name Ana. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and gained popularity among Hispanic families, particularly in the Southwest.
Where Anahi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Anahi” around the world
Where Anahi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Ani, Nahi
Variants: Anahí
Sibling names for Anahi
Names that share Anahi's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Anahi
Names whose popularity has moved with Anahi's over the last 50 years.
