Rising since 2000, #4,265 for girls today.
Popularity of Anaelle since 1999
Babies named Anaelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 244 |
| 2020s | 202 |
Meaning & origin
Anaelle is a feminine name of Hebrew origin that has seen a steady rise in the United States since it was first recorded in 1999. Its peak popularity occurred in 2017, and the trajectory shows continued growth since 2000. As of 2025, it ranks 4,265, with about 1 in 48,705 girls receiving the name that year. The name is most common in Florida, where a significant number of Anaelles reside. Anaelle combines the classic grace of Hannah with a French-inspired suffix, giving it a modern yet meaningful feel. Its variant spellings, like Anaëlle, are also used, particularly in French-speaking communities. The name offers a blend of tradition and uniqueness for those seeking a name with religious significance and contemporary flair.
Anaelle is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Hannah (meaning "grace" or "favor") combined with the suffix -elle, a French diminutive. It is a variant of the more common spelling Anaëlle or Anaelle, popularized in French-speaking regions. The name carries the meaning "God has answered" or "God was gracious," reflecting its biblical roots.
Where Anaelle is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Anaelle” around the world
Where Anaelle lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
250
babies in 2024
Quebec
24
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Elle, Nellie
Variants: Anaëlle, Anahél, Anael
Sibling names for Anaelle
Names that share Anaelle's style, for a brother or sister.
