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Anișoara is a Romanian feminine diminutive formed from Ana, itself the Latin and Greek adaptation of the Hebrew name Channah, meaning grace or favor. The diminutive suffix -ișoara gives the name an affectionate, tender quality characteristic of Romanian naming traditions. It has been used as both a pet form and an independent given name in Romania and Moldova. Related forms include Ana, Anca, Anica, and Anișa.