"oath of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: German
Annalise
Girl Name
#462 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
Where grace meets strength in a timeless compound
German
Scandinavian
English
French
Elegant
Literary
Sophisticated
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"gracious oath"
Origin: Germanic compound
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with the fictional lawyer Annalise Keating from How to Get Away with Murder (2014-2020) — a positive association for many, negative for some given the character's moral complexity
The Story of Annalise
Annalise is a compound of two beloved names: Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning grace or favor) and Lise (a French and German diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheba, meaning oath of God). The compound form originated in Germany and Scandinavia as Anneliese and became popular across Europe before spreading to English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
Annalise saw a significant surge in the US following the 2014 premiere of ABC's How to Get Away with Murder, where Viola Davis portrayed the formidable lawyer Annalise Keating. The name climbed steadily in American birth records throughout the show's six-season run.
In German and Scandinavian culture, Anneliese has been a classic given name for over a century. The name combines two of the most historically beloved women's names in European Christendom into one elegant compound.
Fun Facts
- The name combines Anna and Elisabeth, two of the most popular women's names in European history
- Viola Davis won an Emmy for playing Annalise Keating, becoming the first Black woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Annalise in Other Languages
French
Annelise
German
Anneliese
Italian
Annalisa
Spanish
Analisa
Swedish
Annelise
Famous People Named Annalise
A
Annalise Murphy
Athlete
1990
Irish Olympic sailing champion, silver medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics in the Laser Radial event
A
Anneliese van der Pol
Actor
1984
American actress known for That's So Raven and her Broadway role in Beauty and the Beast
A
Annalise Keating Fictional
Other
Brilliant criminal defense attorney protagonist of ABC's How to Get Away with Murder (2014-2020), played by Viola Davis
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #462
- Total SSA Count
- 676
- Cultural Origins
- German Scandinavian English French
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Anna
Annie
Lisa
Lise
Pairs Well With
Annalise Marie
Annalise Grace
Annalise Rose
Annalise Victoria
Annalise Claire
Annalise Jane
Annalise Elizabeth
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Frequently Asked Questions About Annalise
What does the name Annalise mean?
"oath of God" (from Hebrew). "gracious oath" (from Germanic compound). Annalise is a compound of two beloved names: Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning grace or favor) and Lise (a French and German diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheba, meaning oath of God). The compound form originated in Germany and Scandinavia as Anneliese and became popular across Europe before spreading to English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Annalise?
Annalise has Hebrew, Germanic compound, German, Scandinavian, English, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "oath of God". In Germanic compound, it means "gracious oath".
Is Annalise a boy or girl name?
Annalise is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Annalise?
Annalise is currently ranked #462 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Annalise?
Common nicknames for Annalise include Anna, Annie, Lisa, and Lise.
What are good middle names for Annalise?
Popular middle name pairings include Annalise Marie, Annalise Grace, Annalise Rose, Annalise Victoria, Annalise Claire, Annalise Jane, and Annalise Elizabeth.
What are good sibling names for Annalise?
Names that pair well with Annalise as siblings include Charlotte, Isabelle, Eloise, Sebastian, Julian, Emilia, and Helena.
How many syllables does Annalise have?
Annalise has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Annalise a common or rare name?
Annalise is a popular name, ranked #462 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Annalise
Annalise is a girl name with German, Scandinavian, English, and French origins . The name means "oath of God" in Hebrew .
Annalise is currently ranked #462 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Annalise has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Annalise include Anna, Annie, Lisa, and Lise. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Annalise include Anna, Annabelle, Annalee, Annabella, Annabel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.