"grace, favor"
Origin: Hebrew Hannah
Language: English
Annie
Pronunciation: [ AN-ee ]
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"merciful, gracious"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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- Overwhelmingly associated as a female name, may cause social challenges for boys
The Story of Annie
Annie is a diminutive form of Ann or Anna, derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor. While primarily used as a girls name throughout history, Annie for boys has historical precedent in some cultures and represents the modern trend of gender-neutral or traditionally feminine names being used for boys.
Annie for boys is extremely rare and unconventional in most Western cultures. Parents who choose this name for a son are typically making a deliberate choice to transcend gender naming norms. The name gained attention as gender-neutral naming became more mainstream in the 2010s-2020s.
Annie is one of the most recognizable female names in English-speaking culture, particularly through the 1977 Broadway musical Annie based on the Little Orphan Annie comic strip. Using it for a boy is a bold statement about rejecting gender name conventions.
Historical Record
Annie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 236 babies have been named Annie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Annie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,577 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Annie is the name of the famous musical first performed on Broadway in 1977, based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie
- Aine (pronounced AN-ya) is the Irish equivalent and a name for both the fairy queen and Saint Aine
Annie in Other Languages
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French
Annie
German
Anni
Spanish
Ana
Popularity Over Time
#26,577
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #26,577
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- English American Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Nicknames
Ann
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Frequently Asked Questions About Annie
What does the name Annie mean?
"grace, favor" (from Hebrew Hannah). "merciful, gracious" (from Hebrew). Annie is a diminutive form of Ann or Anna, derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor. While primarily used as a girls name throughout history, Annie for boys has historical precedent in some cultures and represents the modern trend of gender-neutral or traditionally feminine names being used for boys.
What is the origin of the name Annie?
Annie has Hebrew Hannah, Hebrew, English, American, and Irish origins. In Hebrew Hannah, it means "grace, favor". In Hebrew, it means "merciful, gracious".
Is Annie a boy or girl name?
Annie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #26577. As a girl name, it is ranked #192. Annie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Annie?
Annie is pronounced AN-ee.
How popular is the name Annie?
Annie is currently ranked #26577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Annie?
Common nicknames for Annie include Ann, Any, Anie, and Annkins.
What are good middle names for Annie?
Popular middle name pairings include Annie James, Annie Lee, Annie Cole, Annie Dean, and Annie Ray.
What are good sibling names for Annie?
Names that pair well with Annie as siblings include Danny, Johnny, Frankie, Billie, and Tommy.
How many syllables does Annie have?
Annie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Annie a common or rare name?
Annie is an uncommon name, ranked #26577 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Annie
Annie is a boy name with English, American, and Irish origins . The name means "grace, favor" in Hebrew Hannah .
Is Annie a boy or girl name? Annie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,577 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #192. Annie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Annie is currently ranked #26,577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Annie has 2 syllables and is pronounced AN-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Annie include Ann, Any, Anie, and Annkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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