Annaleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annaleigh is a modern name that combines the classic name Anna, derived from the Hebrew word meaning grace, with the Old English suffix -leigh, indicating a 'clearing' or 'meadow'. Its evolution includes forms like Anna and Hannah. The name reflects traits of gracefulness and uniqueness. It does not have a direct biblical reference. Annaleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as a distinctive alternative to more traditional names.
The name Annaleigh is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Annaleigh 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, 'Annaleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10779th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2755th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1529th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annaleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annaleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈænəˌleɪ/
Origin
English
Etymology
Annaleigh is a modern blend of the name Anna and the suffix -leigh, which is derived from the Old English word 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. Anna itself is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
graceful meadow
Language Evolution
Anna (Latin/Greek), Hannah (Hebrew), Annaleigh (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Annaleigh emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, gaining traction as parents sought unique and modern variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Hannah, Leigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Annaleigh is perceived as a trendy and unique name, appealing to parents looking for something distinctive yet rooted in tradition.
Famous People
Annaleigh Ashford, an American actress, Annaleigh McCoy, a known figure in contemporary arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annaleigh"
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 "Annaleigh"
"Annaleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10779th of 27321 | 83 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2755th of 35406 | 945 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1529th of 30306 | 1,728 |
Regional Popularity of "Annaleigh" 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 "Annaleigh" by Generation for Female 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) |
53.73% 2462nd/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
28.46% 2081st/7313 |
59.12% 4412th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.52% 1893rd/3984 |
52.80% 2369th/4487 |
16.29% 1111th/6822 |
48.63% 3052nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annaleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annaleigh" 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.