Anika
Anika is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Grace, favor, sweet-faced, or army.
Origin and history
Anika is a multicultural name with primary roots in Sanskrit, where it means grace, favor, or face/aspect. It also functions as a Scandinavian and Slavic diminutive of Anna. In the United States, it has been steadily used for several decades, offering a modern yet classic international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
16,804 babies in the United States have been named Anika since 1880. It ranks #1180 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #820.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.6 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
- NJ (5.3 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
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 | 26 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,222 |
| 1980-1990 | 949 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,083 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,591 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,038 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,895 |
Famous people named Anika
- Anika Noni Rose: Actress, Singer
- Anika Moa: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Ani, Nika, Ann
Fun facts
- Anika exists independently in Sanskrit, Scandinavian, and Slavic name traditions.
- Anika (often spelled Annika) is famous in Scandinavian literature as Tommy's sister in Pippi Longstocking.