Annis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annis is derived from the Latin 'Anna', which traces back to the Hebrew 'Hannah', meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It evolved through various historical forms including Hannah and Anna, reflecting its linguistic journey. The name is associated with gracefulness and has a rich history in medieval literature. Although it is not biblically rooted, it has a strong cultural significance. Modern perceptions of Annis often see it as a vintage and elegant name. Notable individuals with this name include Annis Boudinot and Annis Lee Wister.
The name Annis is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Annis has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Annis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7050th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 847th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1103rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2383rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11640th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Annis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annis"
Pronunciation
/ˈænɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Annis is derived from the Latin name 'Anna', which itself comes from the Hebrew name 'Hannah', meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace, favor
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Annis (Old French and Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Annis gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in England, as a variant of Anna, and was often used in literature and as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Annie, Ana, Hannah
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Annis is less common today but carries a vintage charm, often associated with grace and elegance.
Famous People
Annis Boudinot, Annis Lee Wister
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annis"
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 "Annis"
"Annis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7050th of 7545 | 7 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 847th of 9107 | 1,280 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1103rd of 9204 | 825 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2383rd of 12526 | 420 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11640th of 19264 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18297th of 27321 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Annis" 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 "Annis" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
72.60% 1028th/1416 |
- |
33.73% 798th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
78.85% 1219th/1546 |
- |
43.48% 1023rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
71.12% 2029th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Annis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annis" 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.