Anik – Name Meaning
Anik is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Anak. It is a masculine name that means “God has favored me” or “God has answered me”. The name Anik is often associated with strength and courage, as it was the name of a Biblical giant.
History and Origin
The name Anik is derived from the Hebrew word “anak” which means “God has favored me” or “God has answered me”. In the Bible, Anak was a giant who lived in the land of Canaan. He was one of the sons of Arba, the father of Anakim. The Anakim were a race of giants who were said to have been descended from the Nephilim, a race of giants mentioned in Genesis 6:4.
The name Anik appears in several other cultures as well. In India, it is an alternate spelling for the Sanskrit word “Anika” which means “graceful” or “beautiful”. In Arabic, it is spelled as “Aniq” and means “intelligent” or “wise”. In Greek mythology, it is also used as an alternate spelling for the goddess Athena.
Popularity
The name Anik is not particularly popular in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data, it ranked at #7,845 in 2019. However, it is more popular in other countries such as India and France where it ranks much higher on baby naming charts.
Famous People Named Anik
There are several famous people named Anik including:
- Anik Fournier – Canadian figure skater
- Anik Bissonnette – Canadian actress
- Anik Le Ray – French singer-songwriter
- Anik Singh – Indian cricketer
Variations of the Name
Variations of the name Anik include: Annick (French), Annic (English), Annick (German), Annica (Scandinavian), and Annika (Finnish).
