Anke
Meaning of Anke
Anke is a delightful and unique name for a baby girl. With German origins, this name carries a sense of strength and grace. Pronounced as AHN-kuh (/ˈɑŋ.kə/), Anke has a soft and melodic sound that is pleasing to the ear. It is also worth noting that the variation "Anka" exists, providing an alternative option for parents looking for a slightly different twist. While not as common in the United States, Anke has been steadily gaining popularity over the years, with five occurrences recorded in 1969. Embracing the name Anke for your little one will surely bestow her with an air of elegance and individuality.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as AHN-kuh (/ˈɑŋ.kə/)
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Notable People Named Anke
| Anke Engelke - Anke Christina Fischer is a versatile German entertainer known for her work as a comedian, actress, voice actress, and television presenter. |
| Anke Blume is a renowned engineering technology professor at the University of Twente, celebrated for her advancements in silica and silane chemistry for rubber applications. |
| Anke Lindner is a German physicist recognized for her research on Non-Newtonian fluids and viscous fingering, and she holds a professorship at Paris Diderot University. |
| Anke Pietrangeli, also known as The Kimberley Diamond, is a South African singer who won the second season of Idols in South Africa in 2003. |
| Anke Behmer is a former East German athlete known for her achievements in the heptathlon. |
| Anke Kaysser-Pyzalla - Anke Kaysser-Pyzella is a prominent German materials scientist and mechanical engineer who currently serves as the CEO of the German Aerospace Center. |
| Anke Karstens - Anke Wöhrer is a German snowboarder who won a silver medal in the women's parallel slalom event at the 2014 Winter Olympics. |
| Anke Brockmann is a German field hockey player who competed for the Germany women's national field hockey team at the 2012 Summer Olympics. |
| Anke Sonnenbrodt is a German freestyle swimmer known for winning silver medals at the 1983 European Aquatics Championships and setting a European record in the 800m freestyle. |
| Anke Birnie - Anke "Birnie" Rodenburg is a renowned Dutch sculptor recognized for her lifelike bronze sculptures. |
| Anke Dannowski is a German mountain bike orienteering competitor and World Champion, known for winning individual and relay gold medals at the World MTB Orienteering Championships. |
| Anke Schönfelder is a German gymnast who participated in six events at the 1992 Summer Olympics. |
