Annette
Annette is a French diminutive of Anne, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The name became popular in English-speaking countries in the early 20th century and carries a soft, feminine charm with its French origins.
Current Popularity
#1443 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Classic French ending '-ette' gives it a delicate, vintage appeal
- •Has experienced periods of high popularity, particularly in the 1950s-60s
- •Works well across different cultures while maintaining its French elegance
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Statistics
169,296
Total births since 1880
1960
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