Annik

Annik is a feminine given name used in several European countries. It is a variant spelling of Annick and is encountered in French-speaking regions as well as in parts of the Netherlands, Germany, and the Nordic countries. The form is occasionally found in other languages where Breton or French influence is present.

Annik derives from Anna, a name of Hebrew origin meaning grace or favor. The spelling Annik reflects phonetic and orthographic preferences that arise in Breton, French, and Germanic naming traditions, where diminutive or affectionate forms often mutate a base name.

In contemporary usage, Annik is relatively uncommon compared with Anna or Annick, and most often appears in early- to mid-20th-century name records or in families with specific cultural ties. There are no widely documented public figures whose name is spelled Annik and who are universally recognized across encyclopedic sources; individuals bearing the name are typically private citizens or part of local communities.

Variant spellings include Annick, Annikka, and Annik, and related names include Anna, Annette, and Annika. The choice of spelling can reflect regional linguistic preferences or family tradition.