Aniah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahn-ee-ahh
Origin: England
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: A modern spelling of Anaiah, meaning "God has answered."

Aniah is a rare and beautiful feminine name with deep biblical roots. Originating from the Hebrew name Anaiah, it means "Yahweh has answered." This name draws its significance from the Old Testament, where Anaiah is mentioned as a priest or leader involved in the covenant with Nehemiah. Over time, the name has evolved in popularity, peaking in the early 2000s and gradually decreasing since then. Despite its rarity, Aniah holds a unique and meaningful place in the world of names, symbolizing divine response and care.

Aniah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Aniah is currently #2857 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Aniah is currently #1586 on Kiindred Girl Names

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