How Many People Are Named Ananya?

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

Ananya
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Ananya means 'unique' in Sanskrit, fitting for such a rare name. Only 1 in 83,943 Americans are named Ananya, with around 3,931 people bearing it today. It peaked in popularity in 2008 but has since been declining, with most people named Ananya being under 30.

~3,931
Living in US
1 in 83,943
Americans
2008
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Unique
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Creative Independent Innovative
2
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 2 are known for their diplomatic nature and ability to mediate conflicts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,931
Worldwide Bearers
#16,208
Global Rank
🇰🇼 Kuwait
28
🇸🇪 Sweden
25
🇸🇬 Singapore
20
🇶🇦 Qatar
18
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
16
🇦🇺 Australia
16
🇴🇲 Oman
10
🇩🇪 Germany
7
🇳🇵 Nepal
5
🇷🇺 Russia
4

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
5 (0%)
♀ Female
3,926 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
3,944
Would be under 30 (100%)
19
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 3,963 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: 2008

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
18
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

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

📜 Ananya Through the Generations

Ananya, derived from Sanskrit, has seen a surge in popularity in recent decades, reaching its peak in 2008 with 214 births. Since then, the trend has been downward, reflecting its status as a modern, newer-generation name. With an estimated 3,931 people named Ananya living in the United States today, the name's prevalence among younger individuals highlights its contemporary appeal. The age distribution shows a stark contrast, with 3,944 under-30s compared to just 19 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60, indicating a truly youthful demographic.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 796
New Jersey 363
Texas 330
New York 210
Illinois 203
Virginia 143
Washington 134
Massachusetts 131
Pennsylvania 107
Michigan 95

✨ Similar Names to Ananya

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ananya's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Ananya

How Many People Have the Name Ananya?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,931 people in the United States currently share the name Ananya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 83,943 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ananya a Common or Rare Name?

Ananya 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 Ananya Mean?

Ananya means "unique" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Ananya Most Popular?

The name Ananya reached peak popularity in 2008, with 214 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Ananya?

Approximately 3,931 people named Ananya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,963. That works out to roughly 1 in 83,943 Americans.

Is Ananya a rare name?

Ananya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 83,943 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ananya mean?

Ananya means "unique" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Ananya more male or female?

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

When was Ananya most popular?

Ananya peaked in 2008 with 214 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US3,931
All-Time Births3,963
1 in X1 in 83,943
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2008
World Rank#16,208
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.