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History of the origin of the name Anait
The ancients worshiped many gods, elevating them to different ranks and degrees of importance. Anahit is one of the most important goddesses in the pantheon of ancient Armenia.
The goddess of fertility, the patroness of ancient kings, had a special meaning among the Armenians. Temples were built in her honor, and statues of the goddess Anahit cast in gold were placed inside.
Accordingly, one can even argue that the time and place of origin of this name is known – the territory of ancient Armenia, 1st century BC. That very moment in Armenian history when temples began to be built to worship Anahit, the goddess of love and fertility.
However, history is a controversial thing. All information about her is taken from chronicle sources, which sometimes contradict each other.
In one of the most ancient religions, Zoroastrianism, the goddess Anahit is also mentioned. Only at that time Zoroastrianism was widespread in the territory of Greater Iran, which covered the lands of modern Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran, Pakistan, Transcaucasia and Turkey. Accordingly, the possible geography of the appearance of the name Anahit increases significantly. The main book of Zoroastrians is called Avesta.
Meaning and characteristics of the name Anait
Strength and grit are two of Anahit’s most pronounced traits. She copes with life’s most unpredictable situations with ease. In the most important moments, the owner of the name Anahit finds courage. It is she who helps to defend your opinion and not deviate from the plan.
And Anahit loves to make plans. Their love for strategy and analytics has been evident since childhood. It also influences the choice of profession. Whatever Anahit chooses, she achieves good results in any field of activity. The owners of this name are very energetic people, one might say, even too energetic. Their energy is enough to share it with others, charge them and motivate them to immediate action. If Anahit gets a leadership position, all her subordinates, without exception, trust, love and respect her. Yes, she is demanding, but at the same time she will always help, share her experience and support.
Women named Anahit are very kind and caring. These traits are directly related to the history of the name. After all, it is translated as: breath of goodness, impeccable, chaste. This translation very clearly describes Anahit’s life position.
These women keep everything under control and strictly follow the plan. But they do it with kindness, tenderness and care.
Needless to say that Anahit is a faithful wife and the best mother in the world? This is already included in their name. If you get married, then once and forever. And children are definitely the meaning of her life.
Name days:
February 3, February 16, August 13, October 4
Diminutive version
Ani, Anael, Anai
Abbreviated
An
According to the church
Anna
Color
- white
- blue
Planet
- Луна
Element
- water
Stone talisman
moonstone, turquoise
Metal
silver
Plants
honeysuckle, jasmine, willow
Totem animal
dove