Anabella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anabella is a name of Latin origin, meaning graceful and beautiful. It evolved from historical forms such as Anna and Annabella. The name is associated with traits of elegance and charm and does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anabella"
Pronunciation
/ˌænəˈbɛlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Anabella is derived from the Latin name 'Annabella,' which combines 'Anna,' meaning 'grace,' and 'Bella,' meaning 'beautiful.'
Meaning
graceful and beautiful
Language Evolution
Anna, Anabella, Annabella
Historical Usage
Anabella gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, and has seen a resurgence in modern times as a unique and elegant name.
Variants & Derivatives
Annabella, Bella, Anna
Modern Popularity & Image
Anabella is perceived as a sophisticated and charming name, often associated with elegance and grace.
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Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 585 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 34 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anabella"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anabella"
"Anabella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9420th of 27321 | 106 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1059th of 35406 | 3,621 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1075th of 30306 | 2,926 |
Regional Popularity of "Anabella" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anabella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.21% 3993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.13% 1289th/4582 |
19.21% 992nd/5164 |
14.00% 1024th/7313 |
12.17% 908th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
34.36% 1369th/3984 |
21.13% 948th/4487 |
14.82% 1011th/6822 |
15.18% 953rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anabella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anabella" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Anabella" in the United States
The name Anabella is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anabella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anabella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9420th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1059th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1075th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anabella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.