Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Anum since 1988
Babies named Anum per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 222 |
| 2000s | 147 |
| 2010s | 165 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Anum is a name of Arabic origin first recorded in the United States in 1988. It remains relatively uncommon, ranking 11,932th in 2025 with approximately 1 in 229,610 births. Usage peaked in 1992 and has since held a stable trajectory. The name is a variant of An'am, meaning 'blessings,' and is favored in Muslim communities for its positive spiritual connotations. While not associated with any particular U.S. states in popularity, it appears across diverse populations.
Anum is a variant transcription of the Arabic name An'am (أنعم), meaning 'blessings' or 'favors.' It is the plural of ni'mah (grace, bounty). The name is used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia, and is often chosen for its spiritual connotation of divine favor.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anu, Annie
Sibling names for Anum
Names that share Anum's style, for a brother or sister.
