Anabelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anabelle has Latin and French origins, combining 'Anna' meaning 'grace' and 'belle' meaning 'beautiful', leading to the interpretation of 'graceful beauty'. It has evolved through historical forms like Anna and Annabelle. Anabelle is viewed positively for its elegance and charm. There is no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and continues to be favored today, with several common variants.
The name Anabelle is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anabelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Anabelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4076th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8414th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6731st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4294th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 812th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1017th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anabelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anabelle"
Pronunciation
/ˈænəˌbɛl/
Origin
Latin and French
Etymology
The name Anabelle is derived from the Latin name 'Anna' which means 'grace' and the French word 'belle' meaning 'beautiful'. It combines these two elements to convey the meaning of 'graceful beauty'.
Meaning
graceful beauty
Language Evolution
Anna, Annabelle, Anabelle
Historical Usage
Anabelle gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Annabelle, which itself became fashionable during that time.
Variants & Derivatives
Annabelle, Anabel, Bella, Anna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anabelle is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with kindness and beauty. It remains a popular choice for parents looking for a unique yet classic name.
Famous People
Anabelle Acosta, an American actress, Anabelle Phipps, a noted author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anabelle"
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 "Anabelle"
"Anabelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4076th of 9107 | 89 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8414th of 9204 | 9 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6731st of 12526 | 56 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5505th of 19264 | 147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4294th of 27321 | 344 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 812th of 35406 | 5,087 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1017th of 30306 | 3,131 |
Regional Popularity of "Anabelle" 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 "Anabelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
62.71% 3257th/5194 |
43.07% 2721st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.97% 869th/4582 |
16.17% 835th/5164 |
11.34% 829th/7313 |
9.14% 682nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.01% 1116th/3984 |
22.51% 1010th/4487 |
16.07% 1096th/6822 |
12.92% 811th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anabelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anabelle" 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.