Anniken – Name Meaning
Anniken is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse name Anikin, which means “graceful” or “favored one.” It is also related to the Latin name Anna, which means “grace.” Anniken is a popular name in Norway and Sweden, where it is often used as a diminutive form of Anna.
History and Origin
The origin of the name Anniken can be traced back to the Old Norse language. The original spelling of the name was Anikin, which was derived from the Old Norse word anik, meaning “graceful” or “favored one.” This word was later adapted into Latin as anna, which means “grace.” The name Anniken has been in use since at least the 16th century in Scandinavia.
Popularity
Anniken is a popular name in Norway and Sweden, where it is often used as a diminutive form of Anna. In Norway, it ranked as the 39th most popular female baby name in 2019. In Sweden, it ranked as the 44th most popular female baby name in 2019.
Famous People Named Anniken
There are several famous people who have been given the name Anniken, including:
- Anniken Huitfeldt – Norwegian politician and former Minister of Culture
- Anniken Hauglie – Norwegian politician and former Minister of Labour and Social Affairs
- Anniken Iversen – Norwegian singer-songwriter
- Anniken Kjølberg – Norwegian actress and television presenter
Variations of the Name
The variations of the name Anniken include: Anikin (Old Norse), Anika (German), Anica (Slavic), Anica (Croatian), Anica (Serbian), Anica (Slovene).
