MallowbyNames

Annamae

an-uh-MAY · Combination of Anna and Mae, meaning 'grace' and 'pearl' or 'bitter'.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,238
Babies named in 2025
24
Peak popularity
1922
2025 frequency
1 in 66,969 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2020

Declining since 2020, #5,238 for girls today.

Popularity of Annamae since 1896

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

4895143192019602000Most births 1922Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1890s8
1900s102
1910s543
1920s1,115
1930s591
1940s335
1950s130
1960s64
1970s24
1980s69
1990s95
2000s186
2010s301
2020s152

Meaning & origin

Annamae is a compound name blending Anna and Mae, popular in the early 20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1896 and reached its peak in 1922, reflecting the era's fashion for double-barreled feminine names. The name has been declining in use since 2020, with a rank of 5238 in 2025. Annamae shows a strong regional association with Pennsylvania, which recorded the highest usage among U.S. states. Its trajectory indicates it is falling out of favor, making it a rare and vintage choice for modern parents.

Annamae is a compound of the names Anna and Mae. Anna derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor', while Mae is a variant of May, often linked to the month or the name Mary. As a double name or blended form, Annamae emerged in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend combining two popular feminine names.

Where Annamae is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Annie, Anna, Mae

Variants: Anna Mae, Annamay, Annamaye

Sibling names for Annamae

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Annamae mean?
Annamae is a combination of Anna, meaning 'grace', and Mae, meaning 'pearl' or 'bitter'. It is a modern English compound name.
How popular is Annamae currently?
In 2025, Annamae ranked 5238th in the U.S., with about 1 in 66969 newborn girls receiving the name. Its popularity has been falling since 2020.
Is Annamae a boy or girl name?
Annamae is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.