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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The Mesopotamian sky-god
- Origin
- Akkadian/Sumerian (mythological)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AH-noo
Anu (AH-noo) is the name of the Mesopotamian sky-god, with Akkadian and Sumerian mythological roots. It's short, easy to say, and sounds just as it looks: two open syllables that flow together.
Meaning & Origin of Anu
Meaning: The Mesopotamian sky-god.
Origin: Akkadian/Sumerian (mythological).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Anu
AH-nooIPA /ˈɑːnuː/
Popularity of Anu
Anu is a rare name in the U.S.: it ranked #8336 in 2024, with 9 babies given the name. Its highest ranking in the Social Security data, which runs from 1972 to 2024, was #5259 in 2023, when 18 babies were named Anu.
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FAQ
What does the name Anu mean?
The Mesopotamian sky-god. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Anu?
Anu is pronounced AH-noo (IPA: /ˈɑːnuː/).
Is Anu a popular name right now?
Anu peaked at #5259 in 2023 and is ranked #8336 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1972–2024.)
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