Annia

♀ Girl

Pronounced AN-ee-uh /ˈæn.i.ə/High

Meaning: Derived from the Latin gens name Annia (a Roman clan name) or as a variant of Anna, from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor'Medium

In 30 seconds: Annia is an ancient Roman clan name and a graceful variant of Anna, carrying the Hebrew meaning of 'grace.' It bridges classical Roman history with the timeless Anna tradition.

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Origin MediumLatin, Hebrew

MeaningDerived from the Latin gens name Annia (a Roman clan name) or as a variant of Anna, from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor'

U.S. rank (2024)#3013 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births54 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 718

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Annia has two distinct origins. As a Roman name, it was the feminine form of the gens Annia, a distinguished patrician family of ancient Rome whose members included Annia Galeria Faustina, wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. As a variant of Anna, it traces to the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'He has favored me,' via the Latin and Greek Anna.

In modern use, Annia functions primarily as a variant of Anna with an added -ia ending that gives it a more classical, Latinate feel — similar to names like Antonia and Claudia. It is occasionally used in Spanish-speaking countries and in communities that prize classical Roman naming conventions. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice that feels both ancient and fresh.

Did you know? The Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius's wife was Faustina the Younger, born Annia Galeria Faustina — the Annia gens (clan) was one of the most prestigious patrician families of the Roman Empire.

Overall data confidence 80%

Oxford Latin Dictionary — Gens Annia Roman clan referencesBehind the Name – Anna — Hebrew Hannah root and variants

Variations

AnnaAniaAnnieAniya

Nicknames

AnnieAnniNia

Famous Bearers

★Annia Galeria Faustina (Faustina the Younger) (c.130–175)
Roman empress and wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, born into the prestigious patrician Annia gens.

If you like Annia…

Anna— root name sharing the same grace meaning

Ania— Polish diminutive of Anna with the same sound

Aniya— modern variant of Anna with a similar -iya ending

Antonia— Latinate -ia ending name with the same classical Roman feel

Amara— three-syllable girl name with the same gentle, classical sound

Frequently Asked

What does the name Annia mean?

Annia means 'grace' or 'favor,' connected to the Hebrew Hannah through the name Anna. It is also an ancient Roman patrician clan name.

How do you pronounce Annia?

Annia is pronounced AN-ee-uh (/ˈæn.i.ə/), with stress on the first syllable.

Is Annia a boy or girl name?

Annia is a girl name with roots in both Roman feminine naming and the Anna tradition.

How popular is Annia?

Annia is a rare name that has never charted in modern top 1000 lists, making it an elegantly distinctive choice.