Girl · 28th of 9,107
Annie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
360,467
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1922
Peak Popularity Year
7,513
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Annie 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
Annie has its origins in Hebrew, derived from the name Hannah, which means grace or favor. It evolved through language history from Hannah to Anna and finally to Annie. The name is characterized by its connotations of gracefulness and charm. There is no significant biblical relevance. Annie saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century and remains a beloved name today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈæni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Annie is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah, Anna, Annie
Historical Usage
Annie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to its use in literature and popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Hannah, Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Annie is perceived as a classic and endearing name, often associated with innocence and sweetness.
Famous People
Annie Oakley, Annie Leibovitz, Annie Murphy
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 7,513 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 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 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1023rd of 7545 | 727 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1068th of 6773 | 705 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2294th of 7552 | 238 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8573rd of 16616 | 49 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 28th of 9107 | 133,909 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 52nd of 9204 | 85,360 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 155th of 12526 | 44,494 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 377th of 19264 | 9,841 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 325th of 27321 | 13,042 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 355th of 35406 | 14,158 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 272nd of 30306 | 14,263 |