Grace or favor
Anicia is a feminine diminutive form of the name Anna, which stems from the Hebrew name Hannah. It was historically used within the Roman aristocracy, most notably by the Anicia family, one of the most noble houses of the later Roman Empire. The name carries a sense of ancient refinement and historical depth while remaining rare in modern usage.
Less common today
Anicia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,456 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Byzantine princess and patron of the arts who commissioned the Vienna Dioscurides
Roman noblewoman known for her correspondence with St. Augustine and St. Jerome
