Anahis

“Beautiful” — Symbol of warmth and light

Iran origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13579US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

213All-time births

📅 Since 199000

How to pronounce Anahis

AH·nuh·iz

/ˈɑ.nəh.ɪz/ · stress on AH · 3 syllables

“Beautiful”

Symbol of warmth and light · Iran origin

What does Anahis mean and where does it come from?

Anahis is a name of Persian roots with strong ties to Armenian culture. In Persian, the name signifies beauty and is often associated with the Zoroastrian goddess of water, Anahita. In Armenia, Anahis is recognized as a symbol of warmth and light. The name has historical significance and reflects a

Cultural significance

Anahis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Iran-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #6048 in 2006 — currently #13579 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anahis?

Anahis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Anahis Grace

How popular is Anahis right now?

Rising fast — up 139 spots — currently #13579 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#13579 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13579	6	▲ up 139
2022	#13718	6	▼ down 122
2021	#13596	6	▲ up 2125 · +20% births
2020	#15721	5	▼ down 1653 · -29% births
2010	#14068	7	▼ down 5407 · -46% births
2005	#8661	13	▲ up 1777 · +44% births
2000	#10438	9	▲ up 2294 · +50% births
1990	#12732	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anahis

Best Year2005Rank #8661

Peak Count13

Average Rank#12814

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20238 years

The story of Anahis

Anahis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 213 total births recorded, Anahis remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12732 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13579 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anahis in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

Anahis by decade

Anahis peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	36
2000s ★	107
2010s	65
2020s	5

💎Anahis has only 213 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anahis?

Common

AnaAnAnieAnyAhis

What names sound and feel like Anahis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anahis also consider these

Anayis

American · unknown

Analis

USA · An alternative spelling

Anais

French · grace, favor

Annalis

English · A meaningful name

Anelis

American · messenger of God

Aashis

African · A African name

Annahi

Spanish · Grace; derived from

Aneris

Greek · Not a man

Common questions about the name Anahis

What does the name Anahis mean?

Anahis means "Beautiful" — a name rooted in Iran tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Anahis?

Anahis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Anahis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Anahis?

Anahis originates from Iran tradition. Iran names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Anahis?

Anahis is a three-syllable name pronounced AA1 N AH0 HH IH0 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Anahis?

Anahis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Iran heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.