US Popularity:1577
Origin:Swedish
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Arabic
Meaning:Grace; Favor; Gracious; Elegant
A feminine title drenched in history, Annika has roots in Swedish, Hebrew, Sanskrit, and Arabic, to name a few. In Swedish, Annika acts as a sweet variant of Anna, meaning "grace" or "gracious" and "favored." Annika is a descendant of Ann or Anna in many languages, offering a spirited take on an old classic ideal for today's bold and brave society. Thanks to its Arabic roots, Annika may also come from the name Aniqah, meaning "elegant." For an edgier touch, it can also serve as a variant of the Sanskrit name Anik, meaning "army" or "splendor." A worldly name of many affinities, Annika lets parents choose which meaning and origin they prefer most. Regardless of its lineage, Annika is a chic title perfect for a gracefully unique bundle of joy.

Annika Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Annika is currently #669 on The Bump
Girl:Annika is currently #284 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Annika is currently #1577 in U.S. births
Girl:Annika is currently #617 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1577
in 2022
+ 35
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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