Annalyce Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-uh-lyce //ˈæn.ə.laɪs//
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: grace; favor
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Annalyce is a modern variant of the name Annalise, which itself is a combination of the names Anna and Elise. The name Anna has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the word "ḥannah," meaning "grace" or "favor." This name was popularized in the Christian tradition through figures such as Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, who is venerated in various Christian denominations.
The name Elise, on the other hand, is a French diminutive of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew "Elisheva," meaning "God is my oath." The fusion of these names into Annalise likely occurred in the 20th century, with the name gaining traction in various cultures, particularly in Europe and North America. The historical development of Annalyce can be traced through the evolution of its components.
The name Anna appears in biblical texts, notably in the New Testament, where Anna the Prophetess is mentioned in the Gospel of Luke. The name Elise, while less frequently appearing in historical texts, has been associated with various saints and has maintained a presence in European naming traditions.
The combination of these names into Annalise reflects a broader trend in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, where parents began to favor compound names that convey both elegance and personal significance. Culturally, names like Annalyce resonate with themes of grace and devotion, reflecting the virtues associated with its roots.
The name Annalise has been embraced in literature and the arts, further solidifying its place in cultural consciousness. The variant Annalyce, while more contemporary, carries the same connotations of beauty and grace, making it a meaningful choice for many.
The use of such names often signifies a connection to familial or historical legacies, embodying a blend of tradition and modernity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Annalyce was first seen in the United States in 1995.
Annalyce has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Annalyce has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Annalyce 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 Annalyce was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Annalyce
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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 Annalyce.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1995 | 5 |