Anya as a Female Name
Anya is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Anya for a girl get a name with a clear Russian heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Anya means “"grace, favour"” and is of Russian origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Anna, Ania, Anja, Aniya.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Anya across all genders, see the complete Anya name meaning.
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Is Anya a girl's name?+
Anya is most commonly a girl's name. It means “"grace, favour"” and is of Russian origin.
What does Anya mean?+
Anya means “"grace, favour"” and originates from Russian.