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Nordic/Hebrew · Girl name

Annika

“Swedish pet form of Anna”

About the name Annika

Annika is a Swedish diminutive of Anna, and it is also used in Norway, Denmark, Finland, Germany and the Netherlands. Anna is the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew name Hannah, usually interpreted as favour or grace. Annika is known internationally through the character Annika in the Pippi Longstocking books by the Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. The spelling Annica is a less common Swedish form of the same name.

Meaning
Swedish pet form of Anna
Origin
Nordic/Hebrew
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
AHN-ih-kah(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Annica

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Middle names for Annika

  • Annika Marie
  • Annika Elizabeth
  • Annika Rose
  • Annika Claire
  • Annika Jane

Questions about Annika

What does Annika mean?
Annika is a Nordic name meaning "Swedish pet form of Anna".
How do you pronounce Annika?
Annika is pronounced AHN-ih-kah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Annika?
Variants of Annika include Annica.

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