How Many People Are Named Ananias?

Complete statistics for the name Ananias: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ananias
Very Rare
Greek

Ananias means 'God has answered' and it's incredibly rare, with only 1 in 477,168 Americans sharing this name. There are around 692 people named Ananias living in the US today, making it a genuinely modern name since 62% are under 30.

~126
Living in US
1 in 2,630,550
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God has answered
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Honest Reliable Courageous
5
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 5 are known for their adaptability and resourcefulness.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

73,552
Worldwide Bearers
#13,311
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
28,787
🇲🇿 Mozambique
9,120
🇵🇭 Philippines
7,057
🇵🇪 Peru
3,891
🇳🇦 Namibia
3,340
🇮🇩 Indonesia
2,911
🇨🇴 Colombia
2,532
🇹🇿 Tanzania
2,344
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
1,885
🇿🇦 South Africa
1,733

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
692 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 38
556
Would be under 30 (62%)
92
Would be 30–60 (10%)
254
Would be over 60 (28%)

All 902 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ananias Through the Generations

Ananias has seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly among younger generations. With 48 births in its peak year of 2024, it's clear that the name is gaining traction. The average age of those named Ananias is 38, indicating a relatively young demographic, with 556 individuals under 30, 92 between 30 and 60, and 254 over 60.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 29
California 17

✨ Similar Names to Ananias

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ananias's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Ananias

How Many People Have the Name Ananias?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 126 people in the United States currently share the name Ananias. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,630,550 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ananias a Common or Rare Name?

Ananias is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ananias Mean?

Ananias means "God has answered" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ananias in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Ananias Most Popular?

The name Ananias reached peak popularity in 2024, with 48 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ananias?

Approximately 126 people named Ananias live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 126. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,630,550 Americans.

Is Ananias a rare name?

Ananias is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,630,550 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ananias mean?

Ananias means "God has answered" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Ananias more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ananias are male and 0% are female.

When was Ananias most popular?

Ananias peaked in 2024 with 48 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US126
All-Time Births126
1 in X1 in 2,630,550
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age38
Peak Year2024
World Rank#13,311
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.