Anakin – Name Meaning
Anakin is a name of English origin, derived from the Hebrew name Anak. The meaning of Anakin is “long-awaited” or “one who brings joy”. It is also associated with the Greek word anaktos, which means “unconquerable”.
History and Origin
The name Anakin has its roots in the Bible. In Numbers 13:33, Anak was a giant who lived in the land of Canaan. He was the father of three sons, Sheshai, Ahiman and Talmai, who were all giants as well. The name Anakin is derived from this biblical figure.
The name Anakin has been used since at least the 16th century in England. It was popularized by George Lucas when he chose it for his character Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars movies. Since then, it has become increasingly popular as a given name.
Popularity
Anakin is currently ranked #1,845 on the list of most popular baby names in the United States. It is more popular among boys than girls, with 1,717 boys being given the name in 2018 compared to only 583 girls.
In other countries around the world, Anakin is also gaining popularity. In Australia, it is ranked #1,919 on their list of most popular baby names and in Canada it is ranked #1,890.
Famous People Named Anakin
The most famous person named Anakin is undoubtedly Anakin Skywalker from Star Wars. Other notable people with this name include American actor Anakin Skyler White and British singer-songwriter Anakin Jones.
