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Anayeli

ah-nah-YEH-lee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining Ana and Yeli or a variant of Anayeli.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,514
Babies named in 2025
70
Peak popularity
2001
2025 frequency
1 in 22,961 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1986

Rising since 1986, #2,514 for girls today.

Popularity of Anayeli since 1986

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

631251881990200020102020Most births 2001Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s23
1990s433
2000s974
2010s725
2020s480

Meaning & origin

Anayeli is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1986. Its rise reflects a trend of creative coinages within Hispanic-American communities. The name saw its peak popularity in 2001, when it ranked highest among baby girls. As of 2025, Anayeli ranks 2514, with approximately 1 in every 22,961 newborn girls receiving the name. While its usage has been relatively steady, it remains most common in Texas, California, and Florida. The name's exact origins are uncertain, but it likely blends elements from familiar names like Ana and Yeli, contributing to its melodic, feminine sound.

Anayeli is a name of modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1986. It may be a blend of the names Ana and Yeli, or a creative variation inspired by names like Anayeli or Anabella. Its usage has been primarily in Hispanic communities in the U.S., particularly in Texas, California, and Florida.

Where Anayeli is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ana, Yeli

Sibling names for Anayeli

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Anayeli mean?
The meaning of Anayeli is not definitively known. It is thought to be a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Ana and Yeli.
How popular is the name Anayeli?
Anayeli has been in use since 1986. In 2025, it ranked 2514, with about 1 in every 22,961 newborn girls given that name.
Is Anayeli a boy's or girl's name?
Anayeli is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.