Anne
Anne is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Grace or favor.
Origin and history
Anne is a classic feminine name derived from the French form of Hannah, which traces back to the Hebrew name Channah. It has been widely used across Europe and the English-speaking world for centuries. In the United States, it remains a timeless, traditional choice with steady historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
325,128 babies in the United States have been named Anne since 1880. It ranks #121 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #586.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.2 %)
- PA (8.9 %)
- MA (6.6 %)
- CA (6.1 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 2,126 |
| 1890-1900 | 4,231 |
| 1900-1910 | 7,615 |
| 1910-1920 | 33,478 |
| 1920-1930 | 34,511 |
| 1930-1940 | 28,621 |
| 1940-1950 | 36,146 |
| 1950-1960 | 52,404 |
| 1960-1970 | 47,774 |
| 1970-1980 | 25,602 |
| 1980-1990 | 22,115 |
| 1990-2000 | 14,472 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,806 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,291 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,936 |
Famous people named Anne
- Anne Hathaway: Actress
- Anne Frank: Diarist, Writer
- Anne Brontë: Novelist, Poet
Nicknames
Annie, Ann
Fun facts
- Anne has been borne by numerous queens and royals throughout European history, including Anne Boleyn and Queen Anne of Great Britain.
- Anne Frank's diary made the name world-famous, while L.M. Montgomery created the beloved fictional character Anne of Green Gables.