Anaira
2025 SSA
About Anaira
Anaira is a beautiful feminine name with diverse cultural interpretations. It may be a variant of Aneira, a Welsh name meaning 'much snow,' or could derive from Arabic origins meaning 'illuminated' or 'full of light.' Some consider it a creative modern combination of Ana and Ira, or a feminine form of Anair. The name has gained modest popularity in the Philippines and parts of Latin America, appreciated for its melodious quality with the flowing 'a' sounds. Anaira offers a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking a name that's simultaneously exotic and familiar, with a graceful rhythm and international appeal.
Pronounced ah-nah-EE-rah.
As of October 2026, Anaira ranked #3984 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2928 for girls in 2021.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #3,776 | 40 | 23.2 |
| 2018 | #4,780 | 28 | 16.5 |
| 2019 | #3,793 | 39 | 23.2 |
| 2020 | #3,285 | 47 | 29.1 |
| 2021 | #2,928 | 57 | 34.7 |
| 2022 | #3,969 | 37 | 22.6 |
| 2023 | #4,274 | 33 | 20.6 |
| 2024 | #4,285 | 33 | 20.4 |
| 2025 | #3,984 | 36 | 22.4 |