Holding steady, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Anahit since 1988
Babies named Anahit per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 138 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Anahit has been in use in the United States since at least 1988, when it first appeared in Social Security records. The name is rooted in Armenian and ancient Persian mythology, linked to the goddess Anahita. Its popularity peaked in 2004, and it has remained a stable, if uncommon, choice among Armenian-American families and others drawn to its ancient heritage. With a rank of 10,917 in 2025, it is a rare but enduring name, reflecting a deep cultural history.
Anahit derives from the name of the Persian goddess Anahita, who was associated with fertility, healing, and wisdom. In Armenian mythology, Anahit was a highly revered deity, and the name has been borne by Armenian women for centuries. The name's ultimate etymology is debated, possibly rooted in Avestan meaning 'immaculate'.
“Anahit” around the world
Where Anahit 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, Hit
Sibling names for Anahit
Names that share Anahit's style, for a brother or sister.
