Girl · 158th of 27,321
Anne
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
325,475
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1959
Peak Popularity Year
5,755
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Anne 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
The name Anne has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It evolved from Hannah through Latin into its current form in English and French. The name is commonly associated with elegance and has biblical relevance through its connection to the mother of Mary. It became popular in the Middle Ages and remains a timeless choice today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/æn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Anne is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means 'grace' or 'favor'. It has been used in various forms across different languages.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Anne (French/English)
Historical Usage
The name Anne gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian contexts, due to the veneration of Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Ana, Annie, Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anne is viewed as a classic and timeless name, often associated with elegance and simplicity.
Famous People
Anne Frank, Anne Hathaway, Anne Boleyn, Anne Rice
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:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,755 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
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 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2618th of 7545 | 157 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2309th of 6773 | 191 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2675th of 7552 | 179 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3159th of 10718 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5393rd of 16616 | 128 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 66th of 9107 | 69,285 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 90th of 9204 | 53,995 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 91st of 12526 | 96,051 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 114th of 19264 | 48,983 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 158th of 27321 | 30,244 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 393rd of 35406 | 12,864 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 591st of 30306 | 6,255 |