Anani is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word "anani" which means "I answered". It is typically given to boys and has been used throughout history, most notably among biblical figures such as Anani the high priest during the time of King Herod Agrippa II (Acts 23:2). The name Anani is often associated with responsiveness or quick thinking due to its translation.
The name Anani experienced varied popularity over the years, with a notable increase starting from 2007 and peaking in 2009 to 2011 with consistent high numbers of births each year. However, there has been a recent decline since 2015, but it remains relatively steady with a total of 303 births recorded between 1999 and 2023.