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UK girl's name

Anea

A feminine French name derived from the word for "breath.".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Anea is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anea popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2014 to 2018. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Anea. 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 2019 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Anea ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 girls were registered as Anea.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anea as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5666

2018

Births in 2018

3

Latest year

Peak year

2014

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Anea mean?

The given name Anea has its origins in Greek culture and language, dating back to ancient times. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "anemos," meaning "wind." The name may have been given to children as a symbolic representation of the gentle breeze or as a wish for a free-spirited and dynamic life.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anea can be found in the works of ancient Greek historians and writers. It was mentioned in texts dating back to the 5th century BC, often associated with characters from Greek mythology or notable figures of the time.

In the realm of history, one of the most prominent individuals bearing the name Anea was a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 3rd century BC. She is known for her contributions to the field of geometry and her innovative approach to problem-solving. Unfortunately, many details about her life and work have been lost to time.

Another notable figure was Anea of Tegea, a skilled artist and sculptor who lived in the 2nd century BC. Her intricate sculptures adorned many temples and public spaces throughout ancient Greece, and her legacy as a talented artist endured for centuries.

During the Byzantine era, Anea became a popular name among the aristocracy. One such individual was Anea Komnene, a princess and scholar who lived in the 11th century AD. She is renowned for her historical works, including the "Alexiad," which chronicled the life and reign of her father, Emperor Alexios I Komnenos.

In the Renaissance period, Anea Aldobrandini, an Italian noblewoman born in the 16th century, was a prominent patron of the arts and a influential figure in the cultural and political circles of her time. Her support for artists and intellectuals helped shape the artistic landscape of the era.

Moving forward in history, Anea Hawkins, born in the late 18th century, was a notable English writer and poet. Her works explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, and she was celebrated for her lyrical and evocative writing style.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Anea throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Anea over time

The chart below shows babies named Anea registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Anea, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Anea
01223201420162018

Decades

Anea by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anea 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 #5679 6 2

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FAQ

Anea: questions and answers

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

In 2018, Anea was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Anea most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Anea in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Anea?

A feminine French name derived from the word for "breath.".

How many people are called Anea in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Anea across the 2 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.