What does Anunnaki mean?

The Anunnaki are a group of deities in ancient Mesopotamian mythology, particularly associated with the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. The name translates to "those who came down from the heavens" or "royal seed," and they were believed to be responsible for various aspects of human civilization, including agriculture and governance. In modern popular culture, the Anunnaki have also been linked to various conspiracy theories and speculative theories about ancient astronauts.