Analia

#40 in New Mexico

Meaning of Analia

Analia is a lyrical fusion of Ana and Lía—Spanish diminutives of the Hebrew Hannah and Leah—so it carries a double-dose of “grace” and “gentleness.” In Latin America, the four-syllable Spanish pronunciation ah-NAH-lee-ah rolls off the tongue like a lullaby, while U.S. parents often streamline it to three beats, uh-NAL-yuh. The name surfaced in American records during the 1970s, stayed quietly under the radar for two decades, then rode a steady climb in the 2000s, peaking in 2009 when nearly a thousand baby girls received it. Although usage has softened since, Analia remains a solid Top-700 choice—evidence of its staying power amid the ebb and flow of naming trends. Cultural associations range from Argentine pop singer Analia Gade to characters in Spanish-language telenovelas, giving the name a modern, pan-Latin pulse. Elegant yet accessible, Analia offers parents a multicultural option that feels both familiar and distinct, bridging Hispanic heritage and mainstream appeal without losing its melodic charm.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as ah-NAH-lee-ah (/a.ˈna.li.a/)

American English

  • Pronunced as uh-NAL-yuh (/ə.ˈnæl.jə/)

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Notable People Named Analia

Analia Pigrée is a French swimmer who holds national backstroke records and won gold at the 2022 European Aquatics Championships.
Analía Rach Quiroga - Analía Alexandra Rach Quiroga is an Argentine politician who served as Vice Governor of Chaco Province from 2019 to 2023 and was a National Deputy from 2015 to 2019.
Analía Núñez - Analía Verónica Núñez Sagripanti is a Panamanian model who won Señorita Panamá 1999 and placed 13th in Miss Universe 2000.
Analía Viviana Marín is an Argentine rower who competed in the women's single sculls at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
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