Anaiya is one of many alternative spellings of the baby name Aniyah. Because Aniyah itself has been on the rise as a top baby name for girls in the United States since around 1999, we wouldn't be surprised to see the Anaiya spelling become quite popular too. The name's exact origin is most likely that it's simply a modern American invention. It's also likely inspired by the name Anna. Even so, Anaiya sounds like a name that's been around for a while, even if it's pretty modern.
Meaning and Origin of the Name Anaiya:
Anaiya is most likely an American invention and alternative spelling of Aniyah. It's most likely derived from the name Anna, which comes from the Hebrew name Hannah. It means “favor” or “grace”.
Symbolism of the Name Anaiya:
Anaiya doesn't offer much in the way of symbolism. New parents of faith may find symbolism in the meaning “favor” or “grace”. They may see themselves as favored or graced by God with their new baby.
Nicknames for the Name Anaiya:
Anaiya is a beautiful name for a girl! If you're interested in this name, check out our list of the best nicknames for Anaiya:
Style of the Name Anaiya:
Modern
Gender of the Name Anaiya:
Anaiya is a girl's name.
Pronunciation of the Name Anaiya:
uh-NIGH-uh
Number of Syllables in the Name Anaiya:
Three
Emotion Evoked From the Name Anaiya:
The baby name Anaiya evokes images of someone who can be a free spirit and who loves to go on adventures, the wilder and more exciting the better.
Alternative Spellings for the Name Anaiya:
Popularity of the Name Anaiya:
According to the Social Security Administration, Anaiya has never been a top 1,000 baby name for boys or girls in the United States.
Related Names for the Name Anaiya:
Great Middle Names for Anaiya and Their Meanings:
- Harriet (ruler of the house)
- Pearl (smooth round bead)
- Claire (bright, clear)
- Elizabeth (pledged to God)
- Harlow (army hill)
- Lillian (lily flower)
- Kate (pure)
- Josephine (God increases)
- Louise (famous warrior)
Famous People with the Name Anaiya:
- Anaiya Sophia (author)
Anaiya in Popular Culture:
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