Annamarie

Meaning & origin

Annamarie is a compound name that combines two classics: Anna and Marie. It has been recorded in the United States since at least 1906 and saw its peak popularity in 1997, when it ranked higher than at any other point in its history. Since then, its use has been falling, and in 2025 it was given to about 1 in every 40,182 newborn girls, placing it at rank 3,712. The name was most common during the 1990s, reflecting the era's taste for hyphenated and compound names. While it never broke into the top 1,000 nationally, Annamarie has maintained a steady if modest presence, favored by families seeking a traditional yet combined alternative to the simpler Anna or Marie.

Annamarie is a compound name formed from Anna, the Latin and Greek form of the Hebrew Hannah (meaning 'grace or 'favor'), and Marie, the French form of Mary, a name of uncertain etymology though often linked to Hebrew roots meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'. The combination likely emerged in the 19th century, following the fashion for double-barreled names in English-speaking countries. It has been most common in the United States, particularly in the 20th century.