Declining since 2015, #2,076 for girls today.
Popularity of Annabeth since 1919
Babies named Annabeth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 7 |
| 1920s | 13 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 15 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 168 |
| 2000s | 462 |
| 2010s | 1,446 |
| 2020s | 631 |
Meaning & origin
Annabeth first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1919, but it remained a rare name for much of the 20th century. Its popularity surged in the 2000s and peaked in 2014, when it reached its highest rank. Since 2015, the name has been gradually falling in use, though it still sees moderate adoption, with roughly 1 in 18,000 newborn girls given the name in 2025. The name is most common in southern states, particularly Tennessee, Florida, and Texas, which aligns with its soft, compound structure that appeals to modern parents seeking a name that feels both traditional and fresh. Annabeth's trajectory reflects a pattern seen in many newly coined double-barreled girls' names, which often spike quickly and then slowly decline.
Annabeth is a compound name formed from Anna and Beth, both of which are short forms of longer names. Anna derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'favor' or 'grace,' while Beth is a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.' The name first appears in the United States in the early 20th century and gained significant popularity after the 2000s, possibly influenced by the fictional character Annabeth Chase from Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series. It remains a modern coinage with a sweet, southern feel.
Where Annabeth is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anna, Annie, Beth, Anabeth
Sibling names for Annabeth
Names that share Annabeth's style, for a brother or sister.
