Anissa
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- Name
- Anissa
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- Girl name
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The female first name Anissa is a variant of the name Anisa, which originally stems from Anis. Directly translated, it means 'the Friendly', 'the Polite', 'the Loving and Warm-hearted', 'the Good Friend', 'the Young Lady', and also 'the Young Woman'.
What does the name Anissa mean?
The female first name Anissa is a variant of the name Anisa, which originally stems from Anis. Directly translated, it means 'the Friendly', 'the Polite', 'the Loving and Warm-hearted', 'the Good Friend', 'the Young Lady', and also 'the Young Woman'. Its origin lies in Arabic, derived from the expression anīs (أنيس) meaning 'close', 'intimate', 'good friend', 'friendly', 'benevolent', 'sympathetic', 'warm-hearted', 'polite', 'lovable', 'sociable', 'pleasure', 'companionship', and 'community'. Anissa is also considered a colloquial Russian variant of Anisja or Anissija. In this case, it means 'the Complete', 'the Fulfilled', or 'the Completion', derived from the Ancient Greek ánysis for 'the Fulfillment', 'the Completion', and 'the Finalization' or anuo (άνύω) for 'to achieve', 'to complete', 'to finalize', and 'to conclude'. Sometimes, Anissa is also used as a Dutch variation of Anna. In general Tunisian usage, the name is interpreted as 'the Angel' or 'the Divine'. Other variants include Anise, Anissia, Aanisah, Anisyah, Anisette, Anyssa, as well as Anysia, Anisia, and Anisja. Spelling forms starting with the letter 'E' include Enisa, Enise, Enesa, Enese, Enessa, and Enissa. The male forms of the name include Anas, Anes, Anass, Anasse, Änis, Enes, Ennes, and Enis.
Where does the name Anissa come from?
Etymology Anissa is a female first name of Arabic origin meaning 'the Friendly'. Arabic
How do you pronounce Anissa?
Sound & Pronunciation of Anissa: The name Anissa is three syllables and softly rhythmized. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'A-nis-sa' [aˈnɪsa] or [aˈniːsa], starting with an open A sound. The double consonant connection in the middle provides a stable structure. The open ending 'a' brings warmth to the conclusion. Anissa thus appears harmonious and feminine - sonorous, modern, and balanced.
Popularity
Anissa is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 528th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2008 at 286th. In the last ten years, Anissa has been given as a first name about 940 times, placing it 531st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 556th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ani / Anis / Anizzi / Anni / Nissa / Nisschen / Nissi / Nissie / Nissl / Nissla / Änny
Similar first names
Famous people
- Anissa Baddour (YouTuber/Cosplayer)
- Anissa Jones (Child Star)
- Anissa Kate (French Actress)
- Anissa Khelfaoui (Fencer from Great Britain)
- Anissa Stili (French Singer)
- Anissa Tann (Australian Footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Anissa
What is the origin of the name Anissa?
Anissa is a female first name of Arabic origin, derived from the word anīs, which means 'friendly' or 'good friend'. The name also has Greek roots with meanings such as 'fulfillment' or 'completeness'.
What does the name Anissa mean?
The name Anissa means among other things 'the Friendly', 'the Loving', and 'the Good Friend'. In various cultures, it can also be interpreted as 'the Angel' or 'the Divine'.
How popular is the name Anissa?
Anissa enjoys growing popularity in many countries, especially in Arabic and French-speaking regions. Its diverse variants and positive meanings contribute to its attractiveness.