Soldier, army, or grace
In Sanskrit, Anik translates to 'army' or 'soldier,' often representing strength and leadership. It also has roots in Hebrew as a diminutive of Anna, meaning 'grace.' In Bengali and other Indian languages, it is a popular choice for its brevity and strong sound.
Less common today
Anik isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,846 in 2019.
Indian film director
Bengali-American rapper and singer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
