Annika
Annika first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2003, when 1,089 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Annika popular?
Declining Annika is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2003 peak.
| 2020s | 1,784 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5,048 | |
| 2000s | 8,786 | |
| 1990s | 2,724 | |
| 1980s | 790 | |
| 1970s | 388 | |
| 1960s | 74 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Annika mean?
A Scandinavian (and Dutch) diminutive of Anna, ultimately from Hebrew 'Channah' (Hannah) meaning grace or favour.
Names like Annika
scandinavian names with a similar feel and popularity.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Annika mean?
Annika means grace, favour. A Scandinavian (and Dutch) diminutive of Anna, ultimately from Hebrew 'Channah' (Hannah) meaning grace or favour.
What is the origin of the name Annika?
Annika is of scandinavian origin.
How do you pronounce Annika?
Annika is pronounced “AH-nee-kah.”
Is Annika a boy or a girl name?
Annika is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Annika a popular name right now?
Annika is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2003 peak.
How popular is the name Annika?
In 2025, Annika ranked #995 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Annika most popular?
Annika was most popular in 2003, when about 1,089 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Annika?
Names similar to Annika include Dahlia.
What names go well with Annika?
scandinavian names that pair well with Annika include Dahlia.