US Popularity Rank: 4470

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Favor; Good friend; Friendly

A parent searching for their dream name for baby won't be satisfied until they find their favorite one. Thank goodness for Anissa, for this girl's name literally means "favor," which is surely a good sign! Anissa is a soft and soothing title with sophisticated edges. It stems from the Hebrew names Ann or Hannah. Anisa with one -s also has Arabic roots, where it symbolizes a “good friend” or someone who is “friendly.” A beautiful little one who is faithful and friendly? What parent wouldn't be thrilled with that?