God has answered; completely free
Anaiya is a modern name with multiple possible roots. It is often considered a variant of the Hebrew name Anaiah, meaning 'God has answered,' or derived from the Sanskrit word Anaya, meaning 'completely free' or 'without a leader.'
About 44 girls were named Anaiya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Anaiya — far less common.
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