Anakin Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Interestingly, Anakin as a name is banned in Mexico, while the USA still accepts for parents to give it to their child.

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A Deep Dive

Anakin Overview

Meaning

Warrior

Gender

Boy

Origin

Germanic

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic surname “Annakin,” meaning “son of Anno” or “Son of the Eagle.” Created by George Lucas for the “Star Wars” character Anakin Skywalker, inspired by his friend Ken Annakin.

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈænəkɪn/

Popularity

Anakin is a well-known name globally due to its association with “Star Wars.” In 2023, it ranked #543 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Fictional, Modern, Unique

Associated Traits

Strong, brave, determined, mysterious

Name Day

June 4th
A Deep Dive

Anakin Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Anaken, Anakyn, Anikan, Annakin, Anackin, Anakhan, Anikin, Aniken, Anikin, Anakinn

Common Nicknames

Ani, Kin, Aki, Naki, Kiki, Nino, Anny, Nini, K, Kiki

Diminutives

Ani, Kiki, Naki, Nino, Anny, Anki, Kiko, Anka, Nini, Kiki

Famous People

  • Douglas Thomas Anakin
    (Canadian Bobsleigh Competitor)
  • Anakin Slayd
    (Canadian Rapper)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Anakin Skywalker
    ("Star Wars" Film Series)
  • Anakin Solo
    (Star Wars Expanded Universe)
  • "Anakin and Obi-Wan"
    (Comic Book Series)

What Is the Meaning of Anakin?

Anakin means “warrior,”in some interpretations. Those with the name Anakin often have a courageous and determined spirit

What Is the Origin of The Name Anakin?

Anakin has Germanic origins, though it gained widespread recognition through the Star Wars franchise.

Anakin Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Anakin in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#6432021#6062022#5432023
Top 3 Rankings#5432023#6062022#6432021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Anakin

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023543
(+63 from 2022)
541
(+77 from 2022)
0.02954
2022606
(+37 from 2021)
464
(+35 from 2021)
0.02477
2021643
(+61 from 2020)
429
(+71 from 2020)
0.02290
2020704
(+257 from 2019)
358
(+136 from 2019)
0.01935
2019961
(-134 from 2018)
222
(-48 from 2018)
0.01155
2018827
(-91 from 2017)
270
(-53 from 2017)
0.01389
2017736
(+40 from 2016)
323
(+16 from 2016)
0.01632
2016776
(+132 from 2015)
307
(+70 from 2015)
0.01516
2015908
(+51 from 2014)
237
(+17 from 2014)
0.01159
2014959
(+279 from 2013)
220
(+77 from 2013)
0.01074
20131238
(+89 from 2012)
143
(+15 from 2012)
0.00708
20121327
(+329 from 2011)
128
(+37 from 2011)
0.00631
20111656
(-82 from 2010)
91
(-9 from 2010)
0.00448
20101574
(-161 from 2009)
100
(-19 from 2009)
0.00487
20091413
(+158 from 2008)
119
(+18 from 2008)
0.00561
20081571
(-32 from 2007)
101
(-1 from 2007)
0.00463
20071539
(-189 from 2006)
102
(-18 from 2006)
0.00460
20061350
(-154 from 2005)
120
(-13 from 2005)
0.00547
20051196
(+661 from 2004)
133
(+67 from 2004)
0.00625
20041857
(+220 from 2003)
66
(+12 from 2003)
0.00312
20032077
(-383 from 2002)
54
(-15 from 2002)
0.00257
20021694
(+39 from 2001)
69
(+3 from 2001)
0.00334
20011733
(-399 from 2000)
66
(-30 from 2000)
0.00319
20001334
(-186 from 1999)
96
(-18 from 1999)
0.00460
19991148
(+1869 from 1998)
114
(+88 from 1998)
0.00559
19983017
(+1434 from 1997)
26
(+12 from 1997)
0.00128
19974451
(+3520 from 1996)
14
(+8 from 1996)
0.00070
19967971
(+895 from 1995)
6
(+1 from 1995)
0.00030
19958866
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5
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0.00025
19940
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0.0000
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American States Popularity Rankings for Anakin

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#4732021#4502022#3922023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#5912021#4812022#4692023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#6102021#5212022#5012023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#6032021#6652022#4632023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4562021#4712022#4242023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#5162021#4332022#4132023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#6382021#5302022#4472023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#5642021#5422022#5762023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#11382021#8432022#9582023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#8272021#6162022#6412023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#6582021#7542022#5932023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#7322021#6322022#6442023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#6742021#8592022#6492023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#8602021#5352022#6162023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#9302021#9592022#7772023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#7842021#7862022#4782023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#9832021#6512022#6002023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3832021#6732022#3112023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#6052020#3122021#3412023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#4872021#5132022#4582023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#4272020#5162022#7742023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#4952020#3112021#3512023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#6212020#6582022#5282023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6432021#5872022#6412023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6712013#8062021#7392022

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5522016#5522017#5142023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#5032014#5642019#5712022

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5022021#4302022#5422023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#5512019#4842021#3292023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#4642014#3772021#5382022

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#8822020#10472022#9172023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3592018#2992021

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4232022

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3932017

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2012021

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3932019

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3352023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#8142020

Popularity Rankings for Anakin in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#4572009

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#6812020#7082021#9442022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#8652020#6922021#7282022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7322015

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Anakin a Name for Boys or Girls?

Anakin is typically a male name. This usage is reinforced by its Germanic origins and its prominent role as a male character in the Star Wars series.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Anakin

Anakin in Famous People Names and Pop Culture

  • Douglas Thomas Anakin (Bobsleigh Competitor, 1937): A former Canadian bobsleigh competitor who was part of the gold medal-winning four-man bobsleigh team at the 1964 Winter Olympics.
  • Anakin Slayd (Rapper, 1979): Canadian rapper who has released several albums and is also a filmmaker.
  • Anakin Skywalker ("Star Wars" 1999 Film Series): A Jedi Knight who falls to the dark side and becomes Darth Vader.
  • Anakin Solo (Star Wars Expanded Universe): The youngest son of Han Solo and Leia Organa, a powerful Jedi Knight.
  • "Anakin and Obi-Wan" (2016 Comic Book Series): Explores the adventures of Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi between "The Phantom Menace" and "Attack of the Clones."
  • None

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