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Anu
OriginFinnish and Estonian diminutive of Anna, Sanskrit diminutive of Anuradha, Yoruba, Celtic
Meaning"grace; causing success; mercy"
GenderBoy & girl
US Rank
GirlsUnranked
Below 5 births
Boys#8308
2025 SSA
About Anu
A multicultural mini name with roots in three continents.
Anu is also Celtic goddess considered the mother of the gods of Ireland. In parts of Britain, the goddess is referred to as "Gentle Annie".
Anu is also given to boys, where it ranks #8308 in the US.
Pronounced AH-noo.
As of October 2026, Anu ranked #8308 for boys in US births in 2025 and #11161 for girls in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #5259 for boys in 2023 and #6526 for girls in 1975.
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