Anifa
Anifa is a girl baby name. Ranked #41,226 in the US, popular nicknames include Ani, Any, and Aniie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Anifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 2018.
Over 10 babies have been named Anifa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Anifa is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #41,226 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #41,226
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Anifa
Anifa is a girl name .
Anifa is currently ranked #41,226 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Anifa include Ani, Any, and Aniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis