Anaiah

Anaiah is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It derives from a Hebrew stem meaning to answer or respond, combined with the theophoric ending –iah, a common element in names referring to Yahweh. The usual interpretation is “the Lord has answered” or “Yahweh has answered.” The name has appeared in historic Hebrew sources under several spellings, including Anaiah, Aniah, and Ananiah, reflecting transliteration differences.

In biblical and historical contexts, Anaiah is associated with several minor figures in Jewish and Christian traditions, though no single figure dominates the record. The name’s appearance in ancient texts has contributed to its continued use in later generations.

In modern times, Anaiah is relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but is used by families seeking biblical or classical names. Variants such as Aniah or Aniya are sometimes encountered, often reflecting different linguistic backgrounds or spelling choices.

Notable people with the exact spelling Anaiah are not widely documented in public sources. The name persists in onomastic records and appears in literary or genealogical contexts, illustrating its enduring presence in naming traditions.

Pronunciation is usually rendered as AN-eye-ah, with regional variations such as Ah-NY-ah depending on local pronunciation.