US Popularity:15276
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Showed favor; Graciousness
With Hebrew origins, Anica is a charming girl’s name meaning “showed favor” or “graciousness.” Popular in Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia, Anica is a variation of Anna. There have been several well-known Anica’s from Eastern Europe including Slovene author and poet Anica Černej, as well as writer Anica Bošković. If you’re looking to be inspired by your Eastern European roots, Anica is a great fit.

How Popular Is The Name Anica?

U.S. Births

Overall:Anica is currently #15276 in U.S. births
Girl:Anica is currently #8968 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#8968
in 2024
- 1325
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Anica

  • Behind the Name, Anica, December 2017

  • Behind the Name, Anna, April 2024

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 81

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