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Annie vs Isla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isla

Girl #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"island"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland

Cultural Roots

Scottish Spanish English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35
Total SSA Count
5,367
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Annie Rank #192
Isla Rank #35

Isla is more popular, ranked #35 vs #192 for Annie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annie or Isla more popular?

Isla is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Annie at #192 in the United States.

What do Annie and Isla mean?

Annie means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Isla means "island" (Scottish Gaelic from Islay island in Scotland origin).

Are Annie and Isla boy or girl names?

Annie is primarily a girl name. Isla is primarily a girl name.

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