UK girl's name
Aneeza
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "chaste or pure".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aneeza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aneeza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1999 to 2014. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Aneeza. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aneeza ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 4 girls were registered as Aneeza.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aneeza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5691
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Aneeza mean?
The name Aneeza has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "nadheer," which means "precious" or "valuable." The name's spelling has evolved over time, with variations such as "Aneesa" and "Aneesa" also being used.
Aneeza is a name that can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the early Islamic period. It is believed to have been used as a name for girls born into affluent and prominent families, reflecting the meaning of "precious" or "valuable."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aneeza can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab historian and scholar, Ibn Khaldun, who lived from 1332 to 1406 AD. He mentioned a woman named Aneeza in his writings, though the specific context is unclear.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Aneeza. One such person was Aneeza al-Ansari (1120-1190 AD), a renowned poet and scholar from Andalusia, now modern-day Spain. Her works were celebrated for their eloquence and insight into the human condition.
Another notable Aneeza was Aneeza bint Abdur Rahman (1650-1730 AD), a philanthropist and patron of the arts from the Ottoman Empire. She was known for her generous support of artists, poets, and scholars, and her contributions to the cultural development of the region.
In the 19th century, Aneeza al-Baghdadi (1810-1885) was a prominent educator and reformer from Baghdad. She advocated for the education of girls and played a significant role in establishing some of the first modern schools for women in the region.
A more contemporary figure was Aneeza Khawaja (1925-2005), a Pakistani politician and activist who fought for women's rights and social justice. She was a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan and played a crucial role in shaping policies related to women's empowerment.
Aneeza Al-Ghamdi (1950-2018) was a Saudi Arabian author and literary critic. She was known for her insightful analysis of contemporary Arabic literature and her contributions to the promotion of reading and writing in the Arab world.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Aneeza, reflecting its rich cultural heritage and the diverse paths taken by those who carried this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aneeza over time
The chart below shows babies named Aneeza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aneeza, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2014, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aneeza by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aneeza 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 | #5691 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
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Names similar to Aneeza
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- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aneeza: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aneeza in the UK right now?
In 2014, Aneeza was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aneeza most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 4 babies registered as Aneeza in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aneeza?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "chaste or pure".
How many people are called Aneeza in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Aneeza 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.