Anabeth

AN-uh-beth · Likely a combined form of Anna (grace) and Beth (God's promise), though the exact meaning is uncertain as the name is a modern coinage.

Peak popularity

2014

Usually for

Girls

Trend

Declining since 2013

Declining since 2013.

Popularity of Anabeth since 1998

Babies named Anabeth per year in U.S. Social Security records.

Data table (by decade)

Decade	Girls
1990s	11
2000s	66
2010s	114
2020s	11

Meaning & origin

Anabeth is a modern American name, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 1998. It reached its peak usage in 2014, with its highest rank on record, though it has never broken into the top 1000. The name has been on a downward trend since around 2013, reflecting its niche appeal. As a combined form of Anna and Beth, Anabeth offers a familiar yet creative alternative to more traditional names, and its usage remains concentrated among families seeking a distinctive but intuitive-sounding choice. Given its recent invention, Anabeth carries no deep historical etymology, instead representing a contemporary naming pattern that values personalization and the blending of classic elements.

Anabeth is a modern invented name, formed by combining elements of the classic names Anna and Beth. Anna derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor,' while Beth is a short form of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'God's promise.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1998 and saw its highest usage in 2014.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Anna, Annie, Beth, Ani

Variants: Annabeth, Annabeth, Anabet

Sibling names for Anabeth

Names that share Anabeth's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Madelyn, Catherine, Eleanor, Grace, Isabelle, Josabeth

Brothers: Benjamin, Samuel, William, James, Lucas

Questions parents ask

What does the name Anabeth mean?

Anabeth is generally thought to be a blend of the names Anna and Beth, combining the meanings 'grace' and 'God's promise' for a combined sense of 'grace of God's promise.'

How popular is the name Anabeth?

Anabeth was first recorded in 1998 and saw its peak popularity in 2014. It has never entered the top 1000 for U.S. births, remaining a rare choice.

Is Anabeth a girl's name?

Yes, the name Anabeth is almost exclusively used for girls, consistent with its feminine roots in Anna and Beth.