Anakin
Gender: Boy
Origin: Fictional name
Popularity: #543
Anakin Meaning and Origin
The name Anakin is most notably associated with the “Star Wars” franchise created by George Lucas. Anakin Skywalker is a central character in the Star Wars saga and is depicted as the Jedi who later becomes the Sith Lord Darth Vader. The name itself was created by George Lucas for his prequel trilogy, with the first film titled “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,” released in 1999. Prior to the release of “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,” the name Anakin was virtually unheard of in the mainstream. However, due to the immense popularity of the Star Wars franchise, the name quickly gained attention and began to be used as a given name for children. It became particularly popular in English-speaking countries, such as the United States and the United Kingdom, where it found considerable use.
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