Anzu as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Anzu

What is the meaning of the name Anzu ?

The baby name Anzu is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced AHN-zoo (Japanese IPA: [aɴzɯ]).

Anzu is Japanese in Origin.

Anzu is a Japanese given name, most common for girls, derived from the native word anzu meaning “apricot.” It is typically written with the kanji 杏, or as compounds like 杏子 (“apricot child”) and 杏珠 (“apricot pearl”), each adding a nuanced image while keeping the core fruit meaning. As a modern nature name, it carries a light, cheerful tone and seasonal associations with spring produce. Standard romanization is Anzu; some academic contexts note Anzū to mark the long vowel.

The name also intersects with ancient Mesopotamian mythology: Anzû (Akkadian; Sumerian counterpart Imdugud) is the famed lion-headed eagle or “storm-bird,” often glossed “heavenly eagle.” While this figure is mythic rather than a personal name, it provides a cross-cultural echo. In Japan, Anzu has seen increased use since the late 20th century and gained visibility through anime and manga characters, but remains rare outside Japanese contexts.

⚙ Anzu is an uncommon pick. Our records hold just 111 recorded uses, spread over 33 countries.