Anais Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-NAY / /əˈnaɪs/French; Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
French: grace; Spanish: Anais is a variant of Ana, meaning 'grace'; Hebrew: favored
Historical & Cultural Background
Anaïs is a name of French origin, often associated with the literary figure Anaïs Nin, a prominent writer known for her diaries and erotic literature. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking countries. It is often seen as a modern and elegant name, appealing to parents looking for something unique yet classic.
Trend Summary
Anaïs has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anais
- Anaïs
International Variants
- Ana (Spanish)
- Anya (Russian)
- Anouk (Dutch)
Famous people named Anais
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Fictional characters named Anais
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anais was first seen in the United States in 1972. Anais has ranked as high as #1029 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Anais has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anais (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 47 | |
| CA | 44 | |
| FL | 33 | |
| NY | 25 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| NV | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| CT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 128 |
| 1985 | 138 |
| 1986 | 112 |
| 1987 | 80 |
| 1988 | 201 |
| 1989 | 156 |
| 1990 | 149 |
| 1991 | 180 |
| 1992 | 235 |
| 1993 | 193 |
| 1994 | 170 |
| 1995 | 144 |
| 1996 | 173 |
| 1997 | 168 |
| 1998 | 199 |
| 1999 | 202 |
| 2000 | 181 |
| 2001 | 172 |
| 2002 | 206 |
| 2003 | 233 |
| 2004 | 148 |
| 2005 | 263 |
| 2006 | 306 |
| 2007 | 303 |
| 2008 | 222 |
| 2009 | 230 |
| 2010 | 184 |
| 2011 | 160 |
| 2012 | 210 |
| 2013 | 205 |
| 2014 | 228 |
| 2015 | 256 |
| 2016 | 225 |
| 2017 | 232 |
| 2018 | 319 |
| 2019 | 312 |
| 2020 | 288 |
| 2021 | 337 |
| 2022 | 333 |
| 2023 | 315 |
| 2024 | 315 |