Ananya
Ananya is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Incomparable, unique, or without equal.
Origin and history
Ananya is a classic Sanskrit female name that translates to matchless or unique. It holds strong popularity in India and has seen steady, moderate usage in the United States since the late 20th century. American parents often choose it for its melodious sound and profound traditional meaning.
Popularity in the United States
4,010 babies in the United States have been named Ananya since 1880. It ranks #2790 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1565.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.9 %)
- NJ (12.3 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- NY (7 %)
- IL (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 141 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,652 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,679 |
| 2020-2029 | 538 |
Famous people named Ananya
- Ananya Panday: Actress
- Ananya Birla: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Sanskrit prefix 'an-' (not) and 'anya' (other), literally meaning 'no other' or 'unmatched'.
- Ananya began gaining noticeable traction in the U.S. during the 2000s alongside growing multicultural naming trends.