Girl · 485th of 35,406
Anya
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
19,738
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2007
Peak Popularity Year
895
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Anya stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Anya is a Russian diminutive of Anna, which originates from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning grace or favor. The name has evolved through various languages, maintaining its meaning associated with kindness and elegance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture. The name has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːn.jə/
Origin
Russian
Etymology
Anya is a diminutive form of the name Anna, which is derived from the Hebrew name Channah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Anya (Russian)
Historical Usage
The name Anya gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Russian-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Anya, Aniya, Anja
Modern Popularity & Image
Anya is often perceived as a modern and elegant name, associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Anya Taylor-Joy, Anya Major, Anya Hindmarch
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 895 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4974th of 12526 | 117 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1567th of 19264 | 1,010 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1367th of 27321 | 1,760 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 485th of 35406 | 9,910 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 540th of 30306 | 6,936 |