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By Pamela Redmond · Aug 2026

Anu

OriginFinnish and Estonian diminutive of Anna, Sanskrit diminutive of Anuradha, Yoruba, Celtic
Meaning"grace; causing success; mercy"
GenderGirl
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About Anu

The name Anu peaked for girls at #6526 in 1975. Anu is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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#34🇪🇪 Estonia

Famous Anus

  • Anwar Sardaar "Anu" Malik

    Indian male film composer

  • Christine Anu

    Australian Indigenous pop singer

Anu in pop culture

  • Anu

    Sumerian sky god

  • Anu Nicholls

    character in novel "Without A Trace" by Colleen Coble

Anu on more lists

3 Letter Girl Names
Names Ending in U for Girls
Two Syllable Names for Girls
Animal Names for Girls
Names That Mean Mercy

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