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Anarosa

an-ah-ROH-zah · A combination of Ana and Rosa, often interpreted as 'graceful rose' or 'favor rose'.

Peak popularity
1987
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022.

Popularity of Anarosa since 1977

Babies named Anarosa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

91726198020002020Most births 1987Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s6
1980s77
1990s91
2000s108
2010s60
2020s8

Meaning & origin

Anarosa is a rare compound name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977, reflecting a broader trend of combining established names like Ana and Rosa. Its peak usage came in 1987, though it has never entered the top 1000. Since 2022, its trajectory has been rising, indicating a small but growing interest. As a modern coinage, it carries no ancient heritage but offers a melodic and romantic feel. The name's components, Ana and Rosa, are deeply rooted in Spanish and Italian naming traditions. While no top states are recorded for Anarosa, its components have been popular across many regions, especially in communities with Hispanic and Italian influences.

Anarosa is a modern compound name, blending Ana (the Spanish and Italian form of Anna, from Hebrew Hannah 'grace') and Rosa (from the Latin for 'rose'). It likely originated in Italian- and Spanish-speaking communities as a double-name or compound, gaining independent use in the late 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ana, Rosa, Rosie, Ani, Ro

Variants: Ana Rosa, Anna Rosa

Sibling names for Anarosa

Names that share Anarosa's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Anarosa mean?
Anarosa is a combination of Ana and Rosa, so it can be interpreted as 'graceful rose' (Ana from Hannah 'grace' and Rosa 'rose').
How popular is Anarosa?
Anarosa has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. According to Social Security data, it was first recorded in 1977 and peaked in 1987, but remains very rare.
Is Anarosa a girl's name?
Yes, Anarosa is used almost exclusively for girls.