Anushka Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-NOOSH-kah / əˈnuːʃkəSanskrit; Russian
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'grace'; Russian: 'little Anna'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anushka is a feminine name with roots in Sanskrit, where it is often associated with grace and favor. In Russian culture, it is a diminutive form of Anna, which means 'grace' or 'favor'. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in India and among Slavic nations. It is often used in literature and film, contributing to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Anushka has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anoushka
- Anushkaa
International Variants
- Anuška (Slovak)
- Anuška (Czech)
- Anoushka (French)
Famous people named Anushka
Anushka Sharma is an Indian actress and producer known for her work in Bollywood films.
Anushka Ranjan is an Indian actress and model recognized for her roles in various Indian films.
Anushka Sen is an Indian television actress and social media influencer.
Anushka Shetty is an Indian actress known for her performances in Telugu and Tamil cinema.
Fictional characters named Anushka
Anushka is a character in the Indian film 'PK', where she plays a journalist.
Anushka is a character in the animated series 'Little Krishna', depicting a young girl in a mythological setting.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anushka was first seen in the United States in 1989. Anushka has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Anushka has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anushka (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2003 | 85 |
| 2004 | 92 |
| 2005 | 84 |
| 2006 | 99 |
| 2007 | 101 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 126 |
| 2010 | 111 |
| 2011 | 108 |
| 2012 | 91 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 20 |