#8632024 rank
2006peak year
16,529babies named Anika since 1880
▼ 26%5-year trend
Anika popularity over 145 years
💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Anika mean?
A Scandinavian and German diminutive of Anna, ultimately from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace'. Spread through northern Europe and later adopted internationally.
OriginScandinavian
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, modern
Names like Anika
Same era, same vibe — if you like Anika, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Anikas
- Anika Noni Rose, actress
Spellings & variants
AnnikaAnnekeAnikó
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