Girl
Scandinavian / Hebrew
3 syllables
Annika
AH-nih-kah
/ˈɑn.ɪ.kə/
"Grace" — the crisp Scandinavian form with a bright, athletic Nordic spirit
Annika is the Swedish and Finnish diminutive of Anna, itself derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor. The name is strongly associated with Scandinavia and became internationally recognized largely through Annika Sörenstam, one of the greatest female golfers of all time. It has a clean, energetic sound that appeals to parents seeking a name with European character and athleticism.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesAn · ni · ka
GenderGirl
OriginScandinavian / Hebrew
Root WordAnna (from Hannah)
MeaningGrace, favor
PopularityUncommon
Peak Year2005
Trend
→ Stable
Name DayJuly 26
Nicknames
AnnaAnnieNika
About the Name Annika
Annika means grace or favor, as a Swedish and Finnish diminutive of Anna derived from the Hebrew Hannah.
Annika originated in Sweden and Finland as an affectionate diminutive of Anna.
Annika is common in Scandinavia and has moderate use in English-speaking countries, boosted by the fame of golfer Annika Sörenstam.
Annika Sofia, Annika Lena, and Annika Elise are natural and elegant Scandinavian-inspired combinations.
Annikas are often seen as determined, energetic, and graceful with a strong athletic or competitive spirit.
Annika is the standard Swedish spelling. Anika and Anneka are common variants in other cultures.
Personality of Annika
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Annika
Creativity
70%
Elegance
80%
Independence
84%
Intelligence
80%
Strength
82%
Warmth
76%
Famous People Named Annika
A
Annika Sörenstam
Swedish golfer considered the greatest female golfer of all time
A
Annika Langvad
Danish mountain bike racing champion
A
Annika (Pippi Longstocking)
Pippi's best friend in Astrid Lindgren's beloved children's books
Middle Names for Annika
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Annika
Annika Sofia
Annika Maja
Annika Lena
Annika Elise
Annika Kristin
Annika Ingrid
Annika Britta
Annika Tuva
Annika Sigrid
Annika Helene
Names Similar to Annika
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Sibling Name Ideas
History of Annika
1200
Anna spreads through Sweden via the Christian church and begins forming diminutives
1600
Annika becomes a standard Swedish diminutive of Anna
1945
Astrid Lindgren's Pippi Longstocking features Annika as Pippi's best friend
2005
Annika reaches peak US popularity, driven by Annika Sörenstam's golfing fame
Numerology & Symbolism of Annika
5
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
2
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Sagittarius
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Forest Green
💎
Lucky Stone
Jade
🌸
Lucky Flower
Lily of the Valley
Annika Around the World
How Annika is written in different languages and scripts
أنيكا
Arabic
アニカ
Japanese
Анника
Russian
아니카
Korean
安妮卡
Chinese
Άνικα
Greek
अन्निका
Hindi
אנקה
Hebrew
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