Annie Girl

Popularity: #184 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-ee /ˈæni/

Origin: Hebrew; English; French

Meaning: Hebrew: Grace; English: Diminutive of Anne; French: Grace

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Annie is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means "grace" or "favor." The name Hannah made its way into Greek as Ἄννα (Anna) and subsequently into Latin as Anna. The transition into Old French occurred during the medieval period, where it became Anne, and from there it evolved into the diminutive form Annie in English.

This linguistic journey reflects the name's enduring appeal across various cultures and languages, illustrating its roots in the concept of grace and favor. Historically, the name Annie has been associated with several notable figures and events.

One of the most significant biblical references is to Hannah, the mother of the prophet Samuel, who is celebrated for her piety and devotion. The name Anna also appears in the New Testament, where Anna the Prophetess recognizes the infant Jesus in the Temple.

The name gained further prominence in the Christian tradition through various saints named Anne, including Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, whose feast day is celebrated in several Christian denominations. This association with revered figures contributed to the name's popularity in medieval Europe.

Culturally, the name Annie has resonated through literature and the arts, often symbolizing innocence and virtue. It has appeared in various works, including the beloved musical "Annie," which portrays themes of hope and resilience.

The name's diminutive form, Annie, has been embraced in many cultures as a term of endearment, further solidifying its place in the hearts of those who bear it. The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its rich historical and cultural significance, as well as its association with positive attributes such as grace and favor.

Famous people named Annie

In this section, you will find notable people named Annie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Annie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Annie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Annie Leibovitz is a photographer best known for her portraits of celebrities and her work for Rolling Stone magazine.

Annie Oakley is a sharpshooter best known for her performances in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show.

Annie Potts is an actress best known for Ghostbusters, Designing Women, and Pretty in Pink.

Annie Murphy is an actress best known for her role in Schitt's Creek.

Annie Lennox is a singer and songwriter best known for her work with Eurythmics and her solo career.

Annie Dillard is an author best known for Pilgrim at Tinker Creek and Teaching a Stone to Talk.

Annie Proulx is an author best known for The Shipping News and Brokeback Mountain.

Annie Clark is a musician best known as St. Vincent and for her albums such as Actor and Masseduction.

Annie McKee is an author and educator best known for her work on leadership and emotional intelligence.

Annie B. Jones is a notable figure in the literary world known for founding the first African American library in the United States.

Fictional characters named Annie

The following list of fictional characters named Annie is a work in progress. If you would like to suggest an additional character, please send us the character's name along with a brief, one-sentence description of what they are best known for.

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Annie is a fictional character from the musical and film Annie. She is an optimistic orphan who dreams of finding her parents and a better life.

Annie Wilkes is a fictional character from the novel and film Misery. She is a former nurse who becomes dangerously obsessed with a novelist after rescuing him from an accident.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Annie, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

EmilyLucyMollyKatieGraceClaraSophie

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Annie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

HannahEllaLilyChloeRubyNoraMiaSadie

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Annie was first seen in the United States in 1880.

Annie has ranked as high as #55 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, Mississippi, and South Carolina.

In the past 5 years the name Annie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Annie 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 Annie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Annie (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.

State Births Share
TX 141
9%
CA 96
6%
OH 79
5%
PA 64
4%
GA 63
4%
NC 58
4%
TN 56
4%
FL 54
4%
KY 53
4%
AL 53
4%
UT 50
3%
NY 48
3%
MO 47
3%
IN 43
3%
LA 43
3%

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 Annie.

YearBirths
20241,564
20231,484
20221,415
20211,304
20201,102
20191,108
20181,091
20171,092
20161,131
20151,010
20141,057
2013905
2012835
2011824
2010813
2009858
2008824
2007784
2006811
2005837
2004817
2003924
2002977
2001982
20001,042
1999986
1998919
1997925
1996999
1995928
1994804
1993762
1992730
1991736
1990822
1989742
1988722
1987659
1986719
1985831
1984794
1983806
19821,015
1981973
19801,001
1979910
1978662
1977541
1976464
1975486
1974464
1973464
1972438
1971489
1970499
1969571
1968611
1967690
1966736
1965815
19641,034
19631,120
19621,297
19611,300
19601,477
19591,588
19581,724
19571,831
19562,116
19552,220
19542,409
19532,563
19522,838
19513,062
19503,331
19493,453
19483,721
19473,758
19463,652
19453,739
19443,738
19434,070
19424,294
19414,073
19404,216
19394,155
19384,562
19374,479
19364,529
19354,850
19345,017
19335,123
19325,385
19315,090
19305,756
19295,955
19286,329
19276,562
19266,877
19257,350
19247,347
19237,095
19227,476
19217,209
19207,268
19197,146
19186,743
19176,404
19166,105
19155,936
19144,800
19134,267
19124,083
19113,298
19103,519
19092,904
19082,820
19072,891
19062,774
19052,793
19042,631
19032,551
19022,664
19012,396
19003,324
18992,289
18982,470
18972,307
18962,358
18952,390
18942,393
18932,251
18922,348
18912,096
18902,220
18892,123
18882,188
18871,844
18861,765
18851,703
18841,739
18831,589
18821,492
18811,326
18801,258