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Annia

AN-ee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Anna or Anne, ultimately from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace'.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,780
Babies named in 2025
39
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 41,212 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #3,780 for girls today.

Popularity of Annia since 1899

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

183654192019602000Most births 2024Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1890s5
1900s6
1910s32
1920s42
1930s34
1940s19
1950s6
1960s10
1970s12
1980s42
1990s63
2000s152
2010s139
2020s195

Meaning & origin

Annia is a rare feminine name in the United States, first recorded in 1899. Its rank of 3780 in 2025 and occurrence of about 1 in 41,212 births make it an uncommon choice. The name saw its peak usage in 2024, suggesting a recent uptick in interest. It has been used most frequently in Arizona, California, and Texas, which may indicate regional preferences or cultural influences. While its exact derivation is uncertain, Annia is generally understood as a variant of Anna, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'grace'. This connection gives Annia a gentle, classic feel while maintaining a distinctive character.

Annia is likely a Latinized or elaborated form of Anna, which derives from the Hebrew name Hannah (חַנָּה), meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. The name has been used in various European languages, often as a diminutive or variant of Anna. Although never extremely common in the United States, it appears sporadically in records dating to the late 19th century.

Where Annia 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

Annia” around the world

Where Annia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Annie, Ann, Nan

Variants: Ania, Annya, Anja

Sibling names for Annia

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

Sisters: Anna, Clara, Lydia, Mira, Tessa

Brothers: Leo, Eli, Owen, Theo, Felix

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Annia mean?
Annia is likely derived from Anna, which comes from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
How popular is Annia?
Annia is a rare name. In 2025 it ranked 3780, with about 1 in 41,212 baby girls given the name.
Is Annia a boy or girl name?
Annia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.