Anissa

Friendly

girlArabic

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Anissa meaning & origin

Anissa is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Friendly". Listed origin: Arabic.

Pronunciation

ah-NIS-ah

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Anissa. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

Ani

Middle Name Ideas

  • Anissa Rose
  • Anissa Grace
  • Anissa Marie
  • Anissa Jane

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Anissa

What does the name Anissa mean?

Anissa is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Friendly". Listed origin: Arabic.

How do you pronounce Anissa?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is ah-NIS-ah. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Anissa?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Anissa. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Anissa?

Ideas to try include Ani. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Anissa?

Try Anissa Rose, Anissa Grace, Anissa Marie, Anissa Jane aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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