Annabel
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Annabel
Annabel means "grace" or "favor" and derives from the Latin name Annabella, a combination of Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace") and the diminutive suffix -bella (from Latin bellus, meaning "beautiful").
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Etymology
Annabel means "grace" or "favor" and derives from the Latin name Annabella, a combination of Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace") and the diminutive suffix -bella (from Latin bellus, meaning "beautiful"). The name became popular in English-speaking countries, particularly Scotland and England, during the medieval period and was notably borne by historical figures like Annabel Lanchester in Scottish nobility.
Annabel currently ranks #2,065 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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