Declining since 2013, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Annabell since 1882
Babies named Annabell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 50 |
| 1890s | 118 |
| 1900s | 219 |
| 1910s | 612 |
| 1920s | 1,080 |
| 1930s | 575 |
| 1940s | 266 |
| 1950s | 164 |
| 1960s | 163 |
| 1970s | 138 |
| 1980s | 152 |
| 1990s | 191 |
| 2000s | 1,057 |
| 2010s | 1,788 |
| 2020s | 152 |
Meaning & origin
Annabell is a modern variant of Annabel, a name that reached its highest recorded popularity in 2014, when it ranked 5,722 nationally according to Social Security data. Since 2013, its usage has been on a declining trajectory, reflecting a broader shift away from similar elaborate feminine names. Despite the fall, it remains a recognizable choice, with approximately 1 in every 76,537 girls given the name in 2025. The name's composition blends the classic Anna with the stylish 'belle' suffix, a pattern that has resonated with American parents for generations. While it has never been a top-tier name, its consistent presence since the 1880s shows a steady, if niche, appeal.
Annabell is a modern English variant spelling of Annabel, which itself likely developed as a blend of the biblical name Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace') and the French word 'belle' (beautiful). It first appeared as a given name in Scotland in the 12th century, but its current spelling is a contemporary innovation. The name has been in consistent use in the United States since the 1880s, with a notable peak in popularity in the 2010s.
Where Annabell is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anna, Annie, Belle, Abby
Sibling names for Annabell
Names that share Annabell's style, for a brother or sister.
