Annamarie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annamarie is a compound name that combines the Hebrew name Anna, meaning 'grace', and the Latin name Marie, derived from Maria, which has associations with longing and desire. The name evolved from its historical roots into a modern form that reflects grace and affection. It does not have direct biblical relevance but carries cultural significance. Annamarie has been widely accepted and popularized in the 19th century, maintaining a positive image in contemporary society.
The name Annamarie is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Annamarie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Annamarie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1449th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1082nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 914th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1073rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1071st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1265th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2078th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annamarie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annamarie"
Pronunciation
/ˈænəˌmɛəri/
Origin
Hebrew and Latin
Etymology
Annamarie is a combination of the names Anna and Marie. Anna is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor', while Marie is derived from the Latin name Maria, which is believed to mean 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child'.
Meaning
graced and beloved
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Marie (Latin), Annamarie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Annamarie gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries as a compound name, especially in English-speaking countries and among families with German or Scandinavian heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Anna, Marie, Annie, Mari
Modern Popularity & Image
Annamarie is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with warmth and kindness. It has maintained a steady level of popularity, particularly in Europe and among certain cultural communities.
Famous People
Annamarie Alberg, Annamarie R. R. Adair, Annamarie Z. K. D. D. B. D. D. B. D.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annamarie"
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 "Annamarie"
"Annamarie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1449th of 9107 | 527 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1082nd of 9204 | 861 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 914th of 12526 | 2,291 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1073rd of 19264 | 1,805 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1071st of 27321 | 2,562 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1265th of 35406 | 2,791 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2078th of 30306 | 1,109 |
Regional Popularity of "Annamarie" 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 "Annamarie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.45% 941st/1416 |
44.31% 611th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.10% 991st/1546 |
29.95% 466th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
38.93% 867th/2227 |
20.66% 502nd/2430 |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
32.04% 889th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.47% 1130th/2937 |
20.07% 699th/3483 |
62.31% 2192nd/3518 |
21.69% 877th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.07% 924th/3685 |
19.82% 887th/4475 |
30.34% 1576th/5194 |
15.81% 999th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.78% 1044th/4582 |
24.79% 1280th/5164 |
21.43% 1567th/7313 |
17.54% 1309th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.04% 1914th/3984 |
59.97% 2691st/4487 |
33.14% 2261st/6822 |
31.61% 1984th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annamarie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annamarie" 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.