Annamae
Annamae is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Grace combined with bitter or beloved.
Origin and history
Annamae is a traditional English compound name blending Anna and Mae. It gained popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States as part of a trend for double names. Today, it remains a charming classic choice with modern vintage appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,715 babies in the United States have been named Annamae since 1880. It ranks #2895 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1949.
States where it is most popular
- PA (43 %)
- IL (14.5 %)
- NY (13.7 %)
- NJ (8 %)
- OH (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 8 |
| 1900-1910 | 102 |
| 1910-1920 | 543 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,115 |
| 1930-1940 | 591 |
| 1940-1950 | 335 |
| 1950-1960 | 130 |
| 1960-1970 | 64 |
| 1970-1980 | 24 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 95 |
| 2000-2010 | 186 |
| 2010-2019 | 301 |
| 2020-2029 | 152 |
Nicknames
Anna, Annie, Mae
Fun facts
- Annamae emerged during the peak popularity of hyphenated and smooshed double names in early 20th-century America.