Anaissa
ah-nay-EE-sah
Anaissa is a girl’s name of Persian origin, meaning “Likely a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Ana (grace) with a suffix. May be linked to Anahita, an ancient Persian water goddess.”. It currently ranks #13558 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Anaissa Means
“Likely a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Ana (grace) with a suffix. May be linked to Anahita, an ancient Persian water goddess.”
The Story of Anaissa
This name emerged in 1992, carrying ancient echoes of grace and water for your daughter.
Anaissa first appeared in 1992, peaking in 1994. It likely combines the grace of 'Ana' with echoes of 'Anahita', the ancient Persian goddess of water and fertility, suggesting a flowing, life-giving essence.
Anaissa is a name for a daughter of flowing grace and creative spirit. You envision her elegance and intuition guiding her, a gentle force bringing life and beauty into your world.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1994
Total Births
116
First Recorded
1992
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