UK girl's name
Anitra
An ornate feminine name of Scandinavian origin meaning "gracious strength or beauty.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Anitra is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anitra popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2008 to 2008. 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.
Anitra is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Anitra. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Anitra ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 girls were registered as Anitra.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anitra as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Anitra mean?
The name Anitra has its origins in the Scandinavian languages, specifically Norwegian and Danish. It is a feminine name that emerged in the 19th century, derived from the Old Norse word "andr" meaning "breath" or "spirit."
Anitra gained popularity as a given name after its appearance in the play "Peer Gynt" by the renowned Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. In the play, Anitra is a character who represents the allure of the East and the temptation of sensual pleasures. The play, first performed in 1876, helped to spread the name's usage across Scandinavia and beyond.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anitra can be found in the Danish census records from the late 19th century. It was particularly popular in Denmark during this time, likely influenced by Ibsen's work.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Anitra. One of the most prominent was Anitra Bingham Broe (1928-2012), an American actress and model who appeared in various films and television shows throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
Another noteworthy Anitra was Anitra Hollander (1920-2017), a Swedish-American dancer and choreographer who founded the Anitra Hollander Dance Company in New York City. She was widely recognized for her innovative modern dance performances and choreography.
In the world of literature, Anitra Radžvila (1939-2009) was a Lithuanian poet and translator whose works explored themes of identity, memory, and the human experience. Her poetic collections, such as "Skersutis" (1973) and "Žolinė" (1983), garnered critical acclaim.
Anitra Ford (born 1958) is an American model and actress, best known for her appearance in the iconic music video for the song "Girls on Film" by the band Duran Duran in 1981. She also had roles in several films during the 1980s.
Lastly, Anitra Reese (born 1992) is a contemporary American fashion model and social media influencer, known for her work with various brands and her presence on platforms like Instagram.
While the name Anitra is not as common today as it once was, it remains a unique and evocative name with a rich history rooted in Scandinavian culture and literature.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Anitra by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anitra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5545 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Anitra
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- 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
Anitra: questions and answers
How popular is the name Anitra in the UK right now?
In 2008, Anitra was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Anitra most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Anitra in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Anitra?
An ornate feminine name of Scandinavian origin meaning "gracious strength or beauty.".
How many people are called Anitra in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Anitra across the 1 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.