Anisia

“Anisia is a name that seems to have roots in both Greek and Italian cultures”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15373US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

250All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Anisia

AN·iz·EE·uh

/ˈæn.ɪz.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on AN · 4 syllables

“Anisia is a name that seems to have roots in both Greek and Italian cultures”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Anisia mean and where does it come from?

Anisia is a name that seems to have roots in both Greek and Italian cultures. It highlights purity and innocence, often related to the Christian symbolism of Saint Agnes. It is relatively rare but has appeared in various countries, including the United States where it has seen a modest amount of use

Cultural significance

Anisia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #6225 in 2019 — currently #15373 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anisia?

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

Anisia Grace

How popular is Anisia right now?

Falling — down 4919 spots — currently #15373 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#15373 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15373	5	▼ down 4919 · -44% births
2022	#10454	9	▲ up 1865 · +29% births
2021	#12319	7	▼ down 1100 · -12% births
2020	#11219	8	▲ up 3595 · +33% births
2015	#14814	6	▼ down 5447 · -50% births
2010	#9367	12	▼ down 1341 · -14% births
2005	#8026	14	▲ up 1376 · +40% births
2000	#9402	10	▲ up 435 · +25% births
1995	#9837	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anisia

Best Year2005Rank #8026

Peak Count14

Average Rank#11201

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Anisia

Anisia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 250 total births recorded, Anisia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9837 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15373 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anisia in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Anisia by decade

Anisia peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1980s	5
1990s	54
2000s ★	100
2010s	78
2020s	8

💎Anisia has only 250 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anisia?

Common

AniAnAnieAnyIsia

What names sound and feel like Anisia?

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

Anesia

Greece · resurrection

Anysia

Greece · Resurrection

Greek · Variant of Anastasia,

Anaisia

USA · grace

Abisia

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Anisia

What does the name Anisia mean?

Anisia means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Anisia?

Anisia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Anisia?

Anisia originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Anisia?

Anisia is a four-syllable name pronounced AE1 N IH0 Z IY1 AH0. 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 Anisia?

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