Annie
Annie is a diminutive of Anne or Anna, derived from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It became a standalone name popular in English-speaking countries, combining warmth and simplicity with timeless charm.
Current Popularity
#191 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Works well as both a formal name and nickname
- •Associated with the beloved musical 'Annie'
- •Has a sweet, approachable quality that ages well
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Famous People
Annie Leibovitz
Renowned portrait photographer
Annie Oakley
Legendary sharpshooter and Wild West performer
Annie Lennox
Singer-songwriter and Eurythmics vocalist
Annie Hall
Iconic character from Woody Allen's film
Statistics
358,540
Total births since 1880
1922
Peak year
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