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Anika

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Grace"

Anika appears as a diminutive form in several languages, often linked to Anna and the Hebrew-derived meaning grace.

Themes:gracediminutiveinternational
Biblical

Fact-checked by Marcus Chen

B.A. Anthropology, UC BerkeleyMultilingual (4 languages)Cultural Research Fellow • Senior Name Researcher

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Anika

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#863Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#863

Anika was nationally ranked in 2024.

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+66

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Anika Nicknames

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Similar Names to Anika

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Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
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Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
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Abigail

AB-ih-gayl

“My Father Is Joy”

#32
|Hebrew
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Annie

“Grace, Favor”

#191
|Hebrew
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Anne

“Grace; Favor”

#649
|Hebrew
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Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
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Alma

“Nourishing; Kind”

#472
|Latin
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Agnes

“Pure”

#1063
|Greek

Baby Name Lists That Include Anika

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Anika mean?
Anika means "Grace". Anika appears as a diminutive form in several languages, often linked to Anna and the Hebrew-derived meaning grace.
What is the origin of Anika?
Anika is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Anika?
According to the latest SSA data, Anika is currently ranked #863 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Anika a girl name?
Anika is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Anika?
Popular nicknames for Anika include Ani, Nika, aniy, anik, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Anika?
There are many names similar to Anika in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, Slavic
Syllables3
Length5 letters
US Rank#863
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

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Anika has Hebrew roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Hebrew baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

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