Annamaria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annamaria is an Italian name that combines the meanings of grace and bitterness through its roots in Anna and Maria. It evolved from Hebrew to Latin and then to Italian, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name is often associated with elegance and tradition, and while it has no direct biblical background, it carries significant cultural weight. Annamaria has seen a rise in usage in the 19th century and remains a classic choice today.
The name Annamaria is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Annamaria 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, 'Annamaria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5088th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1859th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1653rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2176th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2881st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4640th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annamaria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annamaria"
Pronunciation
/ˌænəˈmɑːriə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Annamaria is a combination of the names Anna and Maria. Anna is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor', while Maria is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Hebrew Miriam, meaning 'bitterness' or 'sea of sorrow'.
Meaning
grace, favor, and bitterness
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Maria (Latin), Annamaria (Italian)
Historical Usage
Annamaria gained popularity in Italy and other European countries during the 19th century as a traditional and elegant name.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Maria, Anne-Marie, Annie, Mara
Modern Popularity & Image
Annamaria is perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with cultural heritage and elegance.
Famous People
Annamaria Testa, an Italian writer and communication expert, Annamaria Cancellieri, an Italian politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annamaria"
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 "Annamaria"
"Annamaria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5088th of 9204 | 52 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1859th of 12526 | 629 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1653rd of 19264 | 937 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2176th of 27321 | 889 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2881st of 35406 | 892 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4640th of 30306 | 356 |
Regional Popularity of "Annamaria" 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 "Annamaria" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
40.45% 983rd/2430 |
- |
52.94% 1469th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
26.56% 925th/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
31.60% 1278th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
30.57% 1368th/4475 |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
31.06% 1962nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
65.02% 2979th/4582 |
39.21% 2025th/5164 |
55.50% 4059th/7313 |
38.35% 2862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.11% 3056th/4487 |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
64.52% 4049th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annamaria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annamaria" 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.