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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Grace, favor
- Origin
- Hebrew (via Greek/Latin/French)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ANN
Anne is a Hebrew name, carried into English through Greek, Latin, and French, and it means "grace" or "favor." It's pronounced ANN, a short, clean sound that's easy to say and spell. The look and feel is simple and classic at once — a name that reads as modern as it does familiar.
Meaning & Origin of Anne
Meaning: Grace, favor.
Origin: Hebrew (via Greek/Latin/French).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Anne
ANNIPA /ˈæn/
Popularity of Anne
Anne hit its highest point in 1915, ranking #52 with 4,333 baby girls given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #649, with 450 babies named Anne, according to Social Security Administration records going back to 1880.
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FAQ
What does the name Anne mean?
Grace, favor. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Anne?
Anne is pronounced ANN (IPA: /ˈæn/).
Is Anne a popular name right now?
Anne peaked at #52 in 1915 and is ranked #649 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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