Names Anansi

Anansi

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
African Mythology
Meaning
Trickster, storyteller
Pronunciation
ah-NAHN-see
ə-NAHN-see
Popularity
Anansi is not a commonly used name outside of African countries, and its popularity even within those countries is relatively low.

cartoon of the name Anansi
Cartoon of Anansi

Anansi Name meanings & History

African (specifically, Akan and Ashanti mythology). Trickster, storyteller. From Akan anansi meaning "spider". In West African and Caribbean folklore, Anansi is a trickster spirit who frequently takes the form of a spider. Anansi is primarily used as a given name for boys in West Africa, particularly among the Akan and Ashanti people.

Zodiac Sign of Anansi: Action Aries

Synonyms of Anansi:

A: Ambitious,Angry,Argumentative,Action,Aggressive,Assertive

N: Nitpicking,Nagging,Nice,Neurosis,Neat,Nutrition,Nervous

S: Sex,Social Standing,Status,Sensuality,Security,Solidity,Success

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

Anansi is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Delicate name
  • a Informal name

Famous People

Anansi is a mythical figure and therefore does not have any famous people associated with the name. However, the tales of Anansi have been popularized in modern literature through works such as "Anansi Boys" by Neil Gaiman.

Related Names to Anansi

Ananse, Anancy, Kwaku Anansi

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