Anima
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- Name
- Anima
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- Girl name
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Anima is a female first name that has its roots in Latin. It carries the meanings 'the Living', 'the Alive', or 'the Breathing'.
What does the name Anima mean?
The name Anima is a girl's name that also derives from Latin. It stands for 'the Living', 'the Alive', or 'the Breathing'. Its origins trace back to the Latin word ănĭma, which expresses 'soul', 'spirit', 'life force', and 'breath'. In India, however, the name means 'the Tiny', describing the ability to become so small through yoga meditation that one becomes invisible. It refers to the Sanskrit word animan (अणिमन), which stands for 'Tiny'. In Bengali, the first 'a' is pronounced like an open 'o'.
Where does the name Anima come from?
The name Anima has both Latin and Sanskrit roots and means 'the Living'. The Latin etymology comes from ănĭma, which means 'soul, spirit, life force, breath', while the Sanskrit word animan (अणिमन) denotes 'Tiny'. Languages: English, Hindi, Indian.
How do you pronounce Anima?
The pronunciation of Anima is soft and three-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'A-ni-ma' [ˈaːnima], starting with an open, long A sound that represents openness and warmth. The middle syllable with the clear I creates a harmonious sound line. The ending '-ma' sounds round and gentle. Anima has a melodic and feminine sound quality that leaves a balanced impression.
Popularity
Anima is a fairly common first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Anima achieved its best ranking in 2011, when it placed 2,438th. In the last ten years, the name Anima has been given about 20 times as a first name, placing it 6,173rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,099th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ani / Anim / Ann / Nima / Nimi / Nini
Famous people
- Anima Wilson (Politician from Ghana)
Frequently asked questions about the name Anima
What is the origin of the name Anima?
The name Anima has both Latin and Sanskrit roots. In Latin, it derives from the word ănĭma, which means 'soul', 'spirit', or 'life force'. In Sanskrit, the word animan (अणिमन) refers to 'Tiny'.
What does the name Anima mean?
Anima means 'the Living' and expresses lively qualities such as 'Breathing' and 'Life force'. In India, it is also associated with the idea of becoming so small through yoga meditation that one becomes invisible.
How popular is the name Anima?
The name Anima has gained popularity in recent years, especially in modern and spiritual circles, but remains relatively rare and is not among the most common names.