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UK girl's name

Anaise

A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "pure" or "innocent".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Anaise is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anaise popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4001, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 5 births.

This profile covers 22 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2004 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 22 living people in the UK are called Anaise. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Anaise ranked #4001 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2013, when 5 girls were registered as Anaise.
  • About 22 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anaise as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4001

2019

Births in 2019

5

Latest year

Peak year

2013

5 births

Estimated living

22

2026

Meaning

What does Anaise mean?

The given name Anaise originated from the Greek language and culture, with its roots traced back to ancient times. It is believed to be a feminine form of the name Anastasius, which was derived from the Greek word "anastasis" meaning "resurrection" or "rising up." The name gained popularity during the Byzantine era, particularly among Eastern Orthodox Christian communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anaise can be found in the chronicles of the 9th century Byzantine Empire. It was mentioned as the name of a noblewoman who lived during the reign of Emperor Basil I. Her exact birth and death dates are unknown, but she is believed to have been a prominent figure in the imperial court.

In the 12th century, an Anaise de Courtenay was recorded as a member of the French noble family of Courtenay. She was born around 1115 and played a significant role in the political affairs of the time, influencing the course of the Crusades through her strategic alliances and diplomatic efforts.

During the Renaissance period, the name Anaise gained further recognition with the birth of Anaise Ferrier, a French poet and literary figure. She was born in 1509 and was known for her contributions to the poetic movement of the time, publishing several works that were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and philosophical depth.

In the 17th century, Anaise de Montmorency, born in 1627, was a prominent figure in the French aristocracy. She was known for her influence in the court of King Louis XIV and her involvement in various political intrigues and societal affairs of that era.

Another notable bearer of the name was Anaise Dupont, a French revolutionary who lived during the late 18th century. Born in 1768, she was an active participant in the French Revolution and played a role in advocating for women's rights and social reforms during that turbulent period.

Throughout history, the name Anaise has been associated with women of strength, resilience, and intellectual prowess. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Greek roots, the name has transcended cultural boundaries and has been embraced by various communities across different regions and time periods.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Anaise over time

The chart below shows babies named Anaise registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Anaise, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2019, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Anaise
01345200420112019

Decades

Anaise by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anaise was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #5039 19 5
2000s #4598 3 1

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FAQ

Anaise: questions and answers

How popular is the name Anaise in the UK right now?

In 2019, Anaise was ranked #4001 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Anaise most popular?

The peak year on record was 2013, with 5 babies registered as Anaise in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Anaise?

A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "pure" or "innocent".

How many people are called Anaise in the UK?

A total of 22 babies have been registered as Anaise across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.