Anissa

The name Anissa peaked for boys at #4951 in 1971. Anissa is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

The name Anissa is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "friendly".

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A pretty and delicate cousin of Anna is often heard in Scotland and is also currently popular in France. In the US it was brought to public attention by child actress Anissa Jones, who played Buffy on the popular TV show <em>Family Affair</em>, which debuted in 1966, bringing her name onto the charts the following year.  Born Mary Anissa, her middle/stage name reflected her Lebanese heritage.
<br/><br/>Anissa is also an English form of Agnes.

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The name Anissa is currently ranked #905 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #348 in 1971. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in ANISSA, ANISSA, and ANISSA. Anissa is occasionally used for boys in 1971.

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