Rising since 1999, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Anani since 1999
Babies named Anani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 89 |
Meaning & origin
Anani is a relatively modern and uncommon name in the United States, first recorded for a girl in 1999. Its popularity has been rising since that year, reaching a peak in 2023, though it remains rare; as of 2025, only about 1 in every 107,151 newborns is named Anani, placing it at rank 7,133. The name's likely Hawaiian or Sanskrit origins give it a multicultural appeal, though its exact etymology is debated. Given its recent emergence, Anani appears to be a contemporary invention or adaptation, fitting alongside nature-inspired and short, vowel-heavy names. Its upward trajectory suggests growing interest, but it remains a distinctive choice.
Anani may trace to the Hawaiian word 'anani' for the orange fruit, possibly adopted as a given name in the late 20th century in Hawaiian or Pacific Islander communities. Alternatively, it could be a modern variant of the Sanskrit name Ananya (meaning 'unique' or 'incomparable'), popular in India and among the diaspora. The name's recent first recording in 1999 and its rising trajectory point to a modern coinage or adoption, likely influenced by cross-cultural naming trends.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Nani, Ani
Variants: Ananya, Ananiyah, Anane
Sibling names for Anani
Names that share Anani's style, for a brother or sister.
