Anaiyah
2025 SSA
About Anaiyah
Anaiyah is a modern feminine name that combines elements of popular names like Ana, Anaya, and Anaiah. It likely has Hebrew origins, where 'Anaiah' means 'God has answered.' The distinctive spelling with the 'iy' combination gives it a contemporary feel while maintaining its melodic pronunciation. Anaiyah began gaining popularity in the United States in the early 2000s, part of the trend toward unique spellings of traditional names. The name conveys a sense of grace and uniqueness, and its rising usage reflects parents' desire for names that sound familiar yet stand out. Anaiyah carries a gentle strength and elegance that makes it appealing for modern families seeking a name with both substance and style.
Pronounced ah-nah-EE-yah.
As of October 2026, Anaiyah ranked #2901 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1944 for girls in 2010.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,740 | 63 | 35.3 |
| 2015 | #2,410 | 76 | 42.6 |
| 2016 | #2,832 | 60 | 33.9 |
| 2017 | #2,268 | 82 | 47.5 |
| 2018 | #2,130 | 89 | 52.3 |
| 2019 | #2,402 | 74 | 44.1 |
| 2020 | #3,287 | 47 | 29.1 |
| 2021 | #3,250 | 49 | 29.9 |
| 2022 | #2,856 | 59 | 36 |
| 2023 | #3,277 | 49 | 30.5 |
| 2024 | #3,215 | 49 | 30.2 |
| 2025 | #2,901 | 58 | 36.1 |