Holding steady, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Anni since 1932
Babies named Anni per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2001, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Anni's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 79 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 145 |
| 2010s | 134 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Anni is a concise and melodic name that serves as a diminutive of Anna, carrying the graceful meaning of 'favor' from its Hebrew roots though it also stands independently in Finnish and Estonian contexts. In the U.S., the name was first recorded in 1932 and remains a rare but stable choice, ranking 6,116 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 84,593 newborns receiving it. Anni reached its peak popularity in 2025, continuing its quiet, steady trajectory without drastic fluctuations. Its usage is geographically concentrated, with California being the top state for the name. For parents seeking a short, international name with a soft sound, Anni offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Annie, pairing well with sister names like Lena or Ella and brother names like Leo or Elias.
Anni is a diminutive of Anna, which comes from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' In Finnish and Estonian, Anni is a standalone given name, often used as a short form of Anita or Anneli. The name has been consistently used in Northern Europe and among families with Finnish or Estonian heritage.
Where Anni is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anne, Annie
Sibling names for Anni
Names that share Anni's style, for a brother or sister.
