Aniya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aniya originates from Hebrew, meaning 'caring' or 'compassionate.' It has evolved through variants such as Anya and Ania. The name is associated with traits of kindness and empathy, and it does not have a biblical background. Aniya gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a modern and unique name.
The name Aniya is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aniya has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aniya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5326th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 383rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 756th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aniya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aniya"
Pronunciation
/əˈniːjə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Aniya is derived from the Hebrew word 'aniyah,' which means 'caring' or 'compassionate.' It reflects a sense of kindness and empathy.
Meaning
caring, compassionate
Language Evolution
Aniyah, Anya, Aniya, Ania
Historical Usage
The name Aniya gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend towards unique and multicultural names.
Variants & Derivatives
Anya, Ani, Nia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aniya is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with positive traits like kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Aniya McIntosh, a notable model and activist., Aniya Thomas, a prominent author and speaker.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aniya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aniya"
"Aniya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5326th of 27321 | 254 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 383rd of 35406 | 13,104 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 756th of 30306 | 4,487 |
Regional Popularity of "Aniya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aniya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
54.21% 2426th/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.18% 375th/4582 |
7.59% 392nd/5164 |
3.71% 271st/7313 |
10.71% 799th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.57% 700th/3984 |
18.61% 835th/4487 |
9.09% 620th/6822 |
18.98% 1191st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aniya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aniya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.