Rising since 2021, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Aneri since 1994
Babies named Aneri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 69 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Aneri is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994. It reached its peak popularity in 2000 before declining, though it has been rising again since 2021. In 2025, it ranked 10,917 with roughly 1 in 200,908 girls receiving the name. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a creative variant of Anna or a borrowing from an Indian name. Despite its rarity, Aneri has a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive. Its rising trajectory in recent years suggests it may continue to gain modest popularity.
Aneri appears to be a modern coinage, possibly an elaboration of Anna or a variant of the Indian name Aneri, which may derive from Sanskrit roots. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1994 and saw a peak in popularity around 2000. Its usage has been rising again since 2021, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Neri, Annie
Variants: Anerie, Anneri, Anary
Sibling names for Aneri
Names that share Aneri's style, for a brother or sister.
