The nameAnil
Anil is an Indian boy's name.
- Boy's name
- Sanskrit
Meaning
From the Sanskrit anila, "wind, air".
Origin
Sanskrit.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Anil
Anil in France
1648thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2022peak year (30 births)
630babies named Anil in France since 1900
Anil was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 220 births over the decade, 35% of all recorded babies named Anil. Its rise began around 1956, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Anil in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 23 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anil mean?
From the Sanskrit anila, "wind, air".
What is the origin of the name Anil?
Sanskrit.
Is Anil a girl's or a boy's name?
Anil is a boy's name.