"graceful beauty"
Origin: French compound (Anna + Belle)
Language: English
Annabelle
Pronunciation: [ AN-uhb-uhl ]
Girl Name
#349 Most Popular
Steady
3 Syllables
A graceful French-Scottish classic with Poe's haunting poetry
English
French
Scottish
American
Classic
Elegant
Vintage
Gentle
Literary
Meaning & Origin
"grace, divine favor"
Origin: Hebrew (Anna element)
Language: English
"beautiful"
Origin: French (Belle element)
Language: French
Things to Know About This Name
- Associated with the horror film Annabelle (2014) and its sequels — a spinoff of The Conjuring franchise featuring a haunted doll
The Story of Annabelle
Annabelle is a compound of Anna — from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning grace or divine favor — and Belle, the French word for beautiful. The result is a name meaning graceful beauty. Scotland has used the form Anabel since at least the 12th century, making it one of the older compound names in the British Isles. The double-n spelling became standard in the 19th century, influenced by French fashions in naming.
Annabelle climbed into the US top 100 in the early 2010s before experiencing a notable dip following the 2014 horror film Annabelle. It has since partially recovered as new parents are less personally familiar with the horror franchise. The name's classic sound and literary associations continue to drive interest.
Edgar Allan Poe immortalized a version of the name in his final, most beloved poem Annabel Lee (1849), a haunting elegy to an idealized love. In Scotland, the medieval form Anabel has royal connections dating back to the 12th century.
Fun Facts
- Edgar Allan Poe's poem Annabel Lee (1849) is believed to be about his wife Virginia Clemm, who died of tuberculosis aged 24
- Annabelle has been a given name in Scotland since the 12th century, making it nearly 900 years old
Annabelle in Other Languages
French
Annabelle
German
Annabelle
Italian
Annabella
Spanish
Anabela
Portuguese
Anabela
Famous People Named Annabelle
A
Annabelle Wallis
Actor
1984
British actress known for Peaky Blinders, the Annabelle horror films, and The Mummy
A
Annabel Lee Fictional
Other
The idealized beloved in Edgar Allan Poe's 1849 poem Annabel Lee, one of the most quoted poems in American literature
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Annabelle (haunted doll) Fictional
Other
The haunted doll antagonist in The Conjuring Universe (2013-present), based loosely on a real doll held by paranormal in...
The haunted doll antagonist in The Conjuring Universe (2013-present), based loosely on a real doll held by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #349
- Total SSA Count
- 891
- Cultural Origins
- English French Scottish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Anna
Annie
Belle
Bella
Pairs Well With
Annabelle Grace
Annabelle Rose
Annabelle Louise
Annabelle Claire
Annabelle Jane
Annabelle Marie
Annabelle Kate
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Annabelle is also used as a boy name, ranked #28278.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Annabelle
What does the name Annabelle mean?
"graceful beauty" (from French compound (Anna + Belle)). "grace, divine favor" (from Hebrew (Anna element)). "beautiful" (from French (Belle element)). Annabelle is a compound of Anna — from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning grace or divine favor — and Belle, the French word for beautiful. The result is a name meaning graceful beauty. Scotland has used the form Anabel since at least the 12th century, making it one of the older compound names in the British Isles. The double-n spelling became standard in the 19th century, influenced by French fashions in naming.
What is the origin of the name Annabelle?
Annabelle has French compound (Anna + Belle), Hebrew (Anna element), French (Belle element), English, French, Scottish, and American origins. In French compound (Anna + Belle), it means "graceful beauty". In Hebrew (Anna element), it means "grace, divine favor". In French (Belle element), it means "beautiful".
Is Annabelle a boy or girl name?
Annabelle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #349. As a boy name, it is ranked #28278. Annabelle is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Annabelle?
Annabelle is pronounced AN-uhb-uhl.
How popular is the name Annabelle?
Annabelle is currently ranked #349 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Annabelle?
Common nicknames for Annabelle include Anna, Annie, Belle, and Bella.
What are good middle names for Annabelle?
Popular middle name pairings include Annabelle Grace, Annabelle Rose, Annabelle Louise, Annabelle Claire, Annabelle Jane, Annabelle Marie, and Annabelle Kate.
What are good sibling names for Annabelle?
Names that pair well with Annabelle as siblings include Charlotte, Eleanor, James, William, Rosalind, Henry, and Beatrice.
How many syllables does Annabelle have?
Annabelle has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Annabelle a common or rare name?
Annabelle is a popular name, ranked #349 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Annabelle
Annabelle is a girl name with English, French, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "graceful beauty" in French compound (Anna + Belle) .
Is Annabelle a boy or girl name? Annabelle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #349 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,278. Annabelle is more commonly used as a girl name.
Annabelle is currently ranked #349 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Annabelle has 3 syllables and is pronounced AN-uhb-uhl, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Annabelle include Anna, Annie, Belle, and Bella. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Annabelle include Anna, Annalise, Annalee, Annabella, Annabel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.