Aanya

Updated: June 29, 2022 by MomsWhoThink Staff

The baby name Aanya is an alternative spelling of the more common Anya. While Anya has been quite popular during the 21st century, Aanya only made the list of the top 1,000 baby names for girls in the United States in 2014. Anya or Aanya is typically a name for girls, but in some African and Indian cultures, it has more unisex appeal. It also has biblical origins. The original spelling of the name is found throughout pop culture, from the Marvel Comics universe to one of Audrey Hepburn's most notable movies of all time.

Meaning of the name Aanya:

Russian: Grace or favor
Sanskrit: Inexhaustibility

Origin of the name Aanya:

Aanya is a Russian name that is actually a form of the name Anna. Anna is derived from the biblical name Hannah, and it means “favor” or “grace.” In Sanskrit, the name means “inexhaustibility.”

Symbolism of the name Aanya:

Aanya is a great choice to honor your Russian heritage or passion for Russian culture. Parents of faith may also find symbolism in the name's meaning of “grace” or “favor.” The Sanskrit meaning may also offer symbolism to new parents who want to ensure their new baby is always energetic and full of life.

Style of the name Aanya:

Modern, international

Gender of the name Aanya:

Boys/girls though more common for girls

Pronunciation of the name Aanya:

AHN-ya

Number of syllables in the name Aanya:

Two

Emotion evoked from the name Aanya:

The baby name Aanya evokes images of someone who is graceful in all her movements. She may be a great dancer.

Alternative spellings for the name Aanya:

Anya
Ania
Anja
Aanja
Aania

Nicknames for the name Aanya:

Aya
Nya
Ann
Annie
Yaya

Popularity of the name Aanya:

According to the Social Security Administration, Aanya was a top 1,000 baby name for girls in the United States in 2014, just barely making the list at number 994.