Declining since 2000.
Popularity of Anaka since 1982
Babies named Anaka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 158 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Anaka is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1982. It has never entered the top 1000, with its peak usage occurring in 2006. The name's usage has been falling since the 2000s, reflecting a broader decline in the popularity of similar 'ka'-ending names. Despite its obscurity, Anaka appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet melodic name with possible Sanskrit roots. Its trajectory suggests a quiet presence rather than a rising trend.
Anaka is a name with debated origins. It may be derived from the Sanskrit 'anaka' (अनक), meaning 'thunderbolt' or 'lightning', a term found in ancient Hindu texts. Alternatively, it may have emerged as a modern coinage in the United States, possibly as a respelling of Annika or a variant of Anika. Its use in the U.S. dates to the early 1980s, coinciding with a trend toward names ending in 'ka'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ani, Naka
Sibling names for Anaka
Names that share Anaka's style, for a brother or sister.
