Ananiya
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Ananiya
The name 'Ananiya' is a variant of 'Ananiah' or 'Ananias,' meaning "Yahweh has answered" or "God is gracious," derived from the Hebrew roots *anan* (to answer) and *Yah* (God).
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Etymology
The name 'Ananiya' is a variant of 'Ananiah' or 'Ananias,' meaning "Yahweh has answered" or "God is gracious," derived from the Hebrew roots *anan* (to answer) and *Yah* (God). It is used primarily in Jewish, Christian, and Ethiopian Orthodox cultures, notably as the name of a biblical figure in the Book of Acts who was struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit.
Ananiya currently ranks #5,581 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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