Annette vs Rae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rae

Girl #1,260 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew (via Rachel)

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,260
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Annette Rank #1,304
Rae Rank #1,260

Rae is more popular, ranked #1260 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

Rae ___

  • Rae Ellen
  • Rae Marie
  • Rae Louise
  • Rae Elizabeth
  • Rae Ann
  • Rae Christine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Annette

Colette Suzette Henri Pierre Madeleine

If you choose Rae

Leo June Mae Beau Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annette or Rae more popular?

Rae is more popular, ranked #1260 compared to Annette at #1304 in the United States.

What do Annette and Rae mean?

Annette means "grace, favor" (Hebrew via French origin). Rae means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew (via Rachel) origin).

Are Annette and Rae boy or girl names?

Annette is primarily a girl name. Rae is primarily a girl name.

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