Origin, Meaning, And History of Anne
Anne is a traditionally popular feminine name that is often associated with mixed origins. However, it is derived from the name Anna, which is a shortened version of the names Hannah or Channah, which means “grace” in Hebrew. Anna, in Latin, means “favor,” and “grace” is a diminutive of Hannah. Anne is also sometimes used as a male name in the Netherlands and even as a surname in France and Scotland. The Romanized version of the name bears similarity to the Roman word for the year in Hebrew. Hence, Anne in Roman means “the year’s cycle.”
The name bears profound Biblical connotations, being named after the patron Saint Anne, who was the mother of Mary and the maternal grandmother of Jesus. She is the patroness of women in labor and is represented by holding the Blessed Virgin Mary in her lap. She is also considered the patron saint of unmarried women, housewives, childless people, and women in labor.
Apart from the Biblical connection, the name Anne has deep historical significance as there were six queens with this name. The most recognizable among them was Anne, Queen of Great Britain, who continued to reign until her death.
Anne is more popular as a middle name and is less commonly used as a first name. Its variations include An, Ane, Ann, Anna, Анна, Channah, Hanna, Hannah, and Hanne, while Anna, Annabelle, Annie, and Nan are its nicknames.
The name got an impetus after it was published as a first name in the all-time classic English classic novel “The Diary Of A Young Girl” byAnne Frank. The book was originally written as a diary in the Dutch language. It consists of the writings of Anne Frank while she was in hiding for two years with her family during the Nazi conquest.Anne Elliotis the protagonist of Jane Austen’s last completed novel “Persuasion.” She is sensible, gentle, and daughter of the aristocratic Elliot family and possesses a calm mind and a kind heart.
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Famous People With The Name Anne
- Anne HathawayAmerican actress, best known for her role in “The Princess Diaries”
- Anne HecheAmerican actress, known for her role in the soap opera “Another World”
- Anne RiceAmerican author of gothic fiction, known for “The Vampire Chronicles” series
- Anne, Princess RoyalMember of British Royal family and daughter of Queen Elizabeth II
- Anne ArcherAmerican actress, best known for her role in “Fatal Attraction”
Anne On The Popularity Chart
Anne was a fairly popular name from the 1800s in the US and Europe. Look at the graphs below to learn more about its popularity and ranking.
Popularity Over Time
Anne was a popular name in the 1980s but slowly lost its popularity in the 1990s and faded more in the 21st century. As shown in the graph, Anne experienced a steady decline in popularity over the last four decades.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The ranking is equally proportional to popularity which is clearly represented in the graph. However, it continues to be in the top 1000 names list and was ranked 588 in 2021.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Anne
If you like the sound of this two-syllabled moniker, but want to try other options, here is the list you might be looking for.
Popular Sibling Names For Anne
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Names With Similar Meaning As Anne
If you are looking for a name that is as “gracious” as Anne. Take a look at the interesting list below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Anne?
The name Anne means ‘beautiful prayer.’
2. What is the origin of the name Anne?
Anne has a Belgian and English origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Anne?
Anne is pronounced as an.
4. What middle name goes with Anne?
Elizabeth meaning ‘pledged to God’ pairs well with the biblical name Anne. On the other hand, Louise, which means ‘famous warrior,’ adds power to the spiritual meaning of Anne. The graceful name Rose also pairs well with Anne.
5. Is ‘Anne’ a popular choice for a baby name?
Yes, Anne is a popular name as it has been in the top 1000 names for girls in the US since 1900 (1).
6. Are there any famous landmarks or places named after someone named ‘Anne’?
Yes, there are a few famous landmarks associated with the name Anne. Anne Hathaway’s Cottage in England is one such place belonged to William Shakespeare’s wife Anne Hathaway (2).
References:
- Popularity of name Anne.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/ - Anne Hathaway’s Cottage.
https://www.shakespeare.org.uk/visit/anne-hathaways-cottage/
