Annabell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annabell is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'graceful and beautiful'. It has evolved through forms such as Anna and Annabelle before becoming the modern variant Annabell. The name is characterized by its charm and elegance, with no significant biblical background. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is still viewed positively today.
The name Annabell is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Annabell 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, 'Annabell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 749th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1010th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2625th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4285th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5538th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1692nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2020th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annabell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annabell"
Pronunciation
/ˌænəˈbɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Annabell is a combination of the Hebrew name Anna, meaning 'grace', and the suffix 'bell' derived from the French 'belle', meaning 'beautiful'.
Meaning
graceful and beautiful
Language Evolution
Anna, Annabelle, Annabell
Historical Usage
The name Annabell gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Annabelle.
Variants & Derivatives
Annabelle, Anna, Belle
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Annabell is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Annabell Karmel - Author and nutritionist, Annabell M. - American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annabell"
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 "Annabell"
"Annabell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 749th of 9107 | 1,682 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1010th of 9204 | 962 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2625th of 12526 | 354 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4285th of 19264 | 219 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5538th of 27321 | 239 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1692nd of 35406 | 1,901 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2020th of 30306 | 1,162 |
Regional Popularity of "Annabell" 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 "Annabell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.55% 560th/1416 |
50.25% 693rd/1379 |
41.59% 984th/2366 |
77.93% 890th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.55% 797th/1546 |
51.48% 801st/1556 |
53.38% 1256th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
71.57% 2042nd/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
70.01% 2463rd/3518 |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
69.27% 4376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.49% 1443rd/4582 |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
23.21% 1697th/7313 |
20.54% 1533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.78% 1505th/3984 |
51.91% 2329th/4487 |
28.85% 1968th/6822 |
33.32% 2091st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annabell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annabell" 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.