Anisa
Anisa is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Friendly, pleasant, or good companion.
Origin and history
Anisa is a name of Arabic origin that translates to friendly, pleasant, or good companion. It has maintained a steady presence in the United States as a choice for parents seeking an approachable name with positive classical roots. Its melodic sound makes it a stylish alternative to names like Alicia or Annika.
Popularity in the United States
5,558 babies in the United States have been named Anisa since 1880. It ranks #2300 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1628.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.2 %)
- NY (22.5 %)
- TX (11.8 %)
- MN (5.4 %)
- AZ (4.9 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1960-1970 | 189 |
| 1970-1980 | 357 |
| 1980-1990 | 357 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,121 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,876 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,178 |
| 2020-2029 | 473 |
Famous people named Anisa
- Anisa Johari: Actress
Nicknames
Nisa, Annie
Fun facts
- Anisa stems from the Arabic root 'a-n-s', which relates to friendliness, warmth, and human fellowship.
- The name is widely used across North Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia in various spellings.