Declining since 2013.
Popularity of Anabell since 1922
Babies named Anabell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 73 |
| 1980s | 131 |
| 1990s | 167 |
| 2000s | 424 |
| 2010s | 543 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Anabell is a spelling variant of Annabel that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1922. The name reached its peak popularity in 2013, but since then its usage has declined, reflecting a broader trend away from elaborate -bell names. Despite its long history, Anabell has never ranked among the top 1000 names, making it a rare choice. Its top origins are Scottish and Latin, and it retains the classic, soft feel of names like Isabel and Mirabel.
Anabell is a spelling variant of Annabel, itself a Scottish adaptation of the Latin name Amabel, derived from amabilis 'lovable'. The name gained popularity in Scotland and spread to other English-speaking countries. In the 20th century, it was sometimes used as a combination of Anna and Belle.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Annie, Belle, Bell
Sibling names for Anabell
Names that share Anabell's style, for a brother or sister.
