Meaning & Origin
A female given name from Swedish [in turn from Hebrew], a Swedish diminutive form of Anna.
Annika is a girl's baby name of Swedish origin, a Swedish diminutive of Anna, from the Hebrew channah meaning "grace" or "favor." It has been one of the most popular names in Scandinavia for generations, with an effortless Nordic freshness.
Annika Sorenstam — the legendary Swedish golfer widely considered the greatest female golfer in history, with 10 major championships — gave the name global recognition and an association with excellence, precision, and quiet dominance. It has been growing in the United States as parents discover its Scandinavian elegance.