Skip to main content

Anansi β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Anansi is a name of African origin that carries a rich cultural heritage. In African folklore, Anansi is a trickster spider known for his intelligence and cunning nature.

Anansi

Letter: A
Boy

You just looked up Anansi. What does your own name say about you?

Create a free account to get your personal Nameology reading.

Read my name β€” free

Meaning of Anansi:

Anansi is a name of African origin that carries a rich cultural heritage. In African folklore, Anansi is a trickster spider known for his intelligence and cunning nature. Choosing this name for your son represents a celebration of African culture and storytelling traditions. Anansi symbolizes cleverness, adaptability, and the ability to overcome challenges. It is a name that will inspire curiosity and creativity in your child's life.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: African, Ashanti, Ghanaian
  • US popularity: In 2022, 7 newborns in the United States were named Anansi (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2021 with 8 babies.

Origin:

African , Ashanti , Ghanaian

Similar Names:

Anandi , Anani , Anania , Anansa , Ananshi , Anasi , Anasia , Anayansi , Anfani , Anjani

More names starting with A:

Aadvi , Aadvik , Aadvika , Aadya , Aadyant , Aadyn , Aaeed , Aaeedah , Aaeedun , Aaeeshah , Aaeezah , Aaf

Do you like the name Anansi?

Add Anansi to Voting List

Frequently asked questions about Anansi

What does the name Anansi mean?

Anansi is a name of African origin that carries a rich cultural heritage. In African folklore, Anansi is a trickster spider known for his intelligence and cunning nature. Choosing this name for your son represents a celebration of African culture and storytelling traditions.

What is the origin of the name Anansi?

Anansi is a boy's name of African, Ashanti, Ghanaian origin.

Is Anansi a boy or girl name?

Anansi is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Anansi?

In 2022, 7 newborns in the United States were named Anansi, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2021, with 8 babies given the name.

Discover Anansi's Fortune

Reveal Anansi's Governing Planet, Temperament, Rising Sign and Rising Degree β€” a holistic Nameology reading.

Get Anansi's full 4-Aspect report

Shop Anansi gifts

Personalized keepsakes featuring the name Anansi. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Chatbot
Name GuideAI assistant