Anav
About Anav
Anav is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, derived from the word "anav" (ענו) meaning "humble" or "modest" in Hebrew. This concise, powerful name reflects the spiritual value placed on humility in Jewish tradition. While relatively uncommon worldwide, it maintains consistent usage within Jewish communities, particularly in Israel. The name's simplicity—featuring just two syllables and four letters—gives it a modern, minimalist quality while still carrying deep traditional meaning. Anav represents a virtue-based name that emphasizes character over grandeur, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with both spiritual significance and contemporary sound. Its pronunciation (ah-NAHV) is straightforward yet distinctive in English-speaking contexts.
Pronounced ah-NAHV.
As of October 2026, Anav ranked #4406 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3561 in 2023.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,230 | 24 | 13.2 |
| 2019 | #4,342 | 23 | 12.8 |
| 2020 | #4,147 | 24 | 13.9 |
| 2021 | #4,372 | 23 | 13.1 |
| 2022 | #3,881 | 28 | 16 |
| 2023 | #3,561 | 32 | 18.7 |
| 2024 | #4,423 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2025 | #4,406 | 23 | 13.5 |