Annette vs Jillian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Annette

Girl #1,304 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French English German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,304
Total SSA Count
176
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Annie, Ann, Nettie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Annette Rank #1,304
Jillian Rank #1,133

Jillian is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #1304 for Annette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Annette ___

  • Annette Marie
  • Annette Louise
  • Annette Claire
  • Annette Renee
  • Annette Nicole
  • Annette Simone

Jillian ___

  • Jillian Marie
  • Jillian Ann
  • Jillian Rose
  • Jillian Grace
  • Jillian Elizabeth
  • Jillian Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Annette

Colette Suzette Henri Pierre Madeleine

If you choose Jillian

Jennifer Michelle Melissa Kevin Brian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annette or Jillian more popular?

Jillian is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Annette at #1304 in the United States.

What do Annette and Jillian mean?

Annette means "grace, favor" (Hebrew via French origin). Jillian means "youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Annette and Jillian boy or girl names?

Annette is primarily a girl name. Jillian is primarily a girl name.

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