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UK girl's name

Anaizah

A feminine Arabic name meaning "submissive and humble before God".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Anaizah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anaizah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 6 births.

This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2020 to 2024. 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 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Anaizah. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Anaizah ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2020, when 6 girls were registered as Anaizah.
  • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anaizah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4192

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2020

6 births

Estimated living

18

2026

Meaning

What does Anaizah mean?

The name Anaizah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the 7th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "an-nuzha," which means "pleasure" or "delight." The name is closely associated with the Islamic faith and is believed to have been initially used by Arab tribes in the Arabian Peninsula.

In the early days of Islam, Anaizah was a name given to girls born in areas where Arabic was the predominant language. The name's connection to the concept of pleasure and delight is thought to convey a sense of joy and happiness for the parents upon the birth of their child.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anaizah can be found in the writings of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from the 8th and 9th centuries. These scholars often documented the names of prominent individuals, including women, who played significant roles in the early years of Islamic civilization.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Anaizah. One such individual was Anaizah bint Qays, a 7th-century Arab poet and warrior from the tribe of Banu Sulaym. She is renowned for her contributions to Arabic literature and her valor in battle.

Another notable Anaizah was Anaizah al-Marwaziyah, a 9th-century Islamic scholar and hadith narrator from Marw, a city in present-day Turkmenistan. She was highly respected for her knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and her role in preserving and transmitting the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.

In the 11th century, Anaizah bint al-Amir was a prominent figure in the Fatimid Caliphate, which ruled over large parts of North Africa and the Middle East. She was a respected scholar and poet, known for her contributions to Arabic literature and her advocacy for women's education.

Moving forward in time, Anaizah al-Andalusiyah was a 12th-century poet and literary figure from Andalusia (modern-day Spain). Her works were widely acclaimed and celebrated for their unique style and emotional depth.

In the 19th century, Anaizah al-Khalil was a renowned Palestinian educator and activist who played a crucial role in establishing educational institutions for girls in the region. Her efforts contributed significantly to the advancement of women's education and empowerment in the Middle East.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have borne the name Anaizah throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields, including literature, scholarship, and social reform.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Anaizah over time

The chart below shows babies named Anaizah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2020 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Anaizah, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Anaizah
02356202020222024

Decades

Anaizah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anaizah 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
2020s #4486 18 4

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FAQ

Anaizah: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Anaizah was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Anaizah most popular?

The peak year on record was 2020, with 6 babies registered as Anaizah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Anaizah?

A feminine Arabic name meaning "submissive and humble before God".

How many people are called Anaizah in the UK?

A total of 18 babies have been registered as Anaizah across the 4 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.