The key to happiness or smiling flower
Anayansi is a name of Central American origin, specifically associated with the indigenous Guaymí or Ngäbe people of Panama. It gained prominence through the legend of Princess Anayansi, the daughter of Chief Careta, who was given to the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa. The name is often interpreted as meaning 'smiling flower' or 'the key to happiness' in its native context.
Less common today
Anayansi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,855 in 2012.
A native princess and daughter of Chief Careta · Panamanian historical legend of Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Panamanian lawyer and human rights advocate
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
