Annika
Annika is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Grace or favor.
Origin and history
Annika is a Swedish and Low German diminutive of Anna, which originates from the Hebrew name Hannah. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, partly inspired by Scandinavian culture and literature. Today, it remains a well-established and familiar name choice for girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
19,594 babies in the United States have been named Annika since 1880. It ranks #1079 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #860.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.8 %)
- MN (8.9 %)
- WA (5.6 %)
- TX (5.6 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
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 | 74 |
| 1970-1980 | 388 |
| 1980-1990 | 790 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,724 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,786 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,048 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,784 |
Famous people named Annika
- Annika Sörenstam: Golfer, Athlete
- Annika Marks: Actress, Writer
- Annika Noelle: Actress
Nicknames
Annie, Anni, Nikki
Fun facts
- The name gained global exposure through the character Annika Settergren in Astrid Lindgren's Pippi Longstocking series.
- It originated as a affectionate Low German and Swedish pet form of Anna.