Anise

Anise is a girl’s name of Latin and Greek origin and is the name given to a herb and spice that tastes very similar to licorice and fennel. Because its seeds come in star-shaped pods, it’s also known as star anise. This plant is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Egypt and is a culinary favorite for all kinds of savory dishes and sweet treats. The name Anise is said to stem from the Latin Anĭsum and derives from the Greek word ἄννησον . Anise may also be a diminutive of Agnes, which has Greek roots and means "chaste" or "pure," or from the Greek Anysía, meaning "uneven." The fragrant spice is aromatic and full of flavor, making Anise a fitting name for the tot with a zest for life.