Girl · 136th of 30,306
Annabelle
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
66,642
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2014
Peak Popularity Year
4,363
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Annabelle stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Annabelle is of French origin, combining the meanings of 'grace' and 'beautiful'. It evolved from names like Anna and Hannah, and has become associated with elegance and charm. The name has no biblical relevance. Its popularity increased in the 19th century and continues to be viewed positively today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌæn.əˈbɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Annabelle is a combination of the French name 'Ann', derived from 'Hannah', meaning 'grace', and 'Belle', meaning 'beautiful'.
Meaning
graceful and beautiful
Language Evolution
Anna, Hannah, Annabelle
Historical Usage
The name Annabelle gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a romantic and feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ann, Annie, Bella
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Annabelle is viewed as a charming and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.
Famous People
Annabelle Wallis, Annabelle Selldorf
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,363 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 289th of 9107 | 8,972 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 428th of 9204 | 4,782 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1232nd of 12526 | 1,343 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1661st of 19264 | 931 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1597th of 27321 | 1,420 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 228th of 35406 | 22,729 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 136th of 30306 | 25,781 |