Annissa

Q: What is the origin of Annissa?

Annissa is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Annissa?

According to the latest SSA data, Annissa is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Annissa a girl name?

Annissa is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Friendly Companion"

Annissa is often linked to Arabic-derived Anisa forms, though spelling conventions differ across communities.

Themes:arabicfriendvariantmodern

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Popularity History of Annissa

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Annissa did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

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

Annissa Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Annissa.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Annissa

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Annissa mean?

Annissa means "Friendly Companion". Annissa is often linked to Arabic-derived Anisa forms, though spelling conventions differ across communities.

What is the origin of Annissa?

Annissa is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Annissa?

According to the latest SSA data, Annissa is currently not ranked 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 Annissa a girl name?

Annissa 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 Annissa?

Popular nicknames for Annissa include Annie, Anni, anny, anni, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Annissa?

There are many names similar to Annissa in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, English

Syllables3

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akeem Abdul Ahmir Amin Ammar

Sisters

Aniya Aida Anissa Ali Ayesha

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