Analee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-uh-lee /ˈæn.ə.li/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Gracious; Hebrew: Answered prayer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Analee is a modern variant of the name Anna, which has its roots in the Hebrew name חַנָּה (Channah), meaning "grace" or "favor." This name was adopted into Greek as Ἄννα (Anna) and subsequently into Latin as Anna, maintaining its original meaning. The name Anna has been widely used in various cultures and languages, evolving into numerous forms, including Anne in French and Anna in Italian and Spanish.
The transition of Anna into Analee likely occurred through the addition of the suffix "-lee," which is a common diminutive or affectionate form in English, reflecting a trend in modern naming practices to create unique variations of traditional names. Historically, Anna is a significant figure in both the Christian and Jewish traditions.
In the New Testament, Anna is mentioned as a prophetess in the Gospel of Luke, who recognized the infant Jesus as the Messiah during his presentation at the Temple. This biblical association has contributed to the name's enduring popularity throughout the centuries.
Additionally, Anna has been borne by various saints, including Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, further solidifying its importance in Christian heritage. The name has appeared in significant literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking cultures.
Culturally, the name Analee, while modern, carries the weight of its historical predecessors, symbolizing grace and favor. The name's melodic quality and the affection implied by the diminutive form enhance its appeal.
Variants such as Annabelle or Analise have also emerged, showcasing the flexibility and adaptability of the name within different cultural contexts. Overall, Analee reflects a blend of historical significance and contemporary naming trends, rooted in a rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Analee was first seen in the United States in 1919.
Analee has ranked as high as #3156 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Analee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Analee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Analee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Analee.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 39 | 39 |
| 2024 | 56 | 56 |
| 2023 | 54 | 54 |
| 2022 | 49 | 49 |
| 2021 | 47 | 47 |
| 2020 | 41 | 41 |
| 2019 | 62 | 62 |
| 2018 | 68 | 68 |
| 2017 | 83 | 83 |
| 2016 | 99 | 99 |
| 2015 | 93 | 93 |
| 2014 | 80 | 80 |
| 2013 | 116 | 116 |
| 2012 | 87 | 87 |
| 2011 | 116 | 116 |
| 2010 | 108 | 108 |
| 2009 | 92 | 92 |
| 2008 | 78 | 78 |
| 2007 | 48 | 48 |
| 2006 | 54 | 54 |
| 2005 | 40 | 40 |
| 2004 | 39 | 39 |
| 2003 | 48 | 48 |
| 2002 | 38 | 38 |
| 2001 | 29 | 29 |
| 2000 | 21 | 21 |
| 1999 | 21 | 21 |
| 1998 | 29 | 29 |
| 1997 | 23 | 23 |
| 1996 | 28 | 28 |
| 1995 | 26 | 26 |
| 1994 | 23 | 23 |
| 1993 | 20 | 20 |
| 1992 | 18 | 18 |
| 1991 | 13 | 13 |
| 1990 | 25 | 25 |
| 1989 | 18 | 18 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 |
| 1987 | 20 | 20 |
| 1986 | 16 | 16 |
| 1985 | 18 | 18 |
| 1984 | 9 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 | 9 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 |
| 1927 | 8 | 8 |
| 1926 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Analee (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| CA | 8 |