Anahita
Meaning of Anahita
Anahita is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in Persian culture and is pronounced as ah-nah-HEE-tah (/ˈa.na.hi.ta/). In Persian mythology, Anahita was the goddess of water, fertility, and wisdom. She was highly revered and associated with love, beauty, and healing. The name Anahita has a lyrical quality to it, evoking feelings of grace and strength. It is a rare name that stands out from the crowd. Although not as common in recent years, Anahita has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1979. Its popularity peaked in 2020 when it ranked 5154th among baby girl names. For parents seeking an exotic and meaningful name for their daughter, Anahita is an excellent choice.
Pronunciation
Persian
- Pronunced as ah-nah-HEE-tah (/ˈa.na.hi.ta/)
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Notable People Named Anahita
| Anahita Norouzi is a renowned multidisciplinary artist from Montreal, Canada, known for her impactful projects such as Spoken Objects: Reweaving Fractures and Ghosts, Troubled Garden: Study for Migratory Roots, and Other Landscapes. |
| Anahita Ratebzad was a pioneering Afghan socialist and politician, known for being one of the first women elected to the Afghan parliament and serving as deputy head of state from 1980 to 1986. |
| Anahita Dargahi is an Iranian actress and painter known for her work in the entertainment industry and visual arts. |
| Anahita Khalatbari - Anita Khalatbari is an American journalist, news anchor, reporter, actress, and TV show host of Iranian descent with a family history tied to Iranian politics. |
| Anahita Zahedifar is an accomplished Iranian chess player, holding the title of Woman FIDE Master (WFM) since 2015 and achieving impressive rankings in her age group. |
| Anahita Uberoi is an Indian actress known for her work in theater and Hindi films. |
| Anahita Nemati, also known as Ana Nemati, is an Iranian actress, model, and talented dress designer who began her acting career in 1996. |
| Anahita Hemmati is a well-known Iranian actress. |
