Grace or favor
Anica is a diminutive form of Anna, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Hannah. It is widely used across Slavic and Germanic languages as a sweet, spirited alternative to the more formal Anne. The name carries the long-standing tradition of representing divine favor and kindness.
Less common today
Anica isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,457 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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