Rising since 2014, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Anir since 2011
Babies named Anir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 84 |
Meaning & origin
Anir is a name of debated origin that has been in use in the United States since 2011. It ranks 5861 as of 2025, with a 1 in 113,872 birth ratio, and reached its peak popularity in 2022. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2014, indicating growing interest. Its meaning is often linked to Sanskrit roots suggesting 'boundless' or 'infinite,' though some consider it a modern coinage. The name has not recorded any top state preferences, reflecting its dispersion across the country. Anir offers a short, distinctive sound that appeals to parents seeking a name with spiritual undertones and modern freshness.
The name Anir likely traces to the Sanskrit prefix 'an-' meaning 'not' or 'without' combined with 'ir' related to 'boundary,' collectively suggesting 'boundless' or 'infinite.' However, it may also be a modern independent coinage. The name emerged in the United States in 2011 and has been gradually rising in use, particularly in the 2020s.
“Anir” around the world
Where Anir lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
45
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Anir
Names that share Anir's style, for a brother or sister.
