Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Anneke since 1953
Babies named Anneke per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 135 |
| 1980s | 147 |
| 1990s | 212 |
| 2000s | 244 |
| 2010s | 190 |
| 2020s | 37 |
Meaning & origin
Anneke is a Dutch feminine given name, a diminutive of Anna, tracing back to the Hebrew Hannah. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1953, but remains rare: its peak year of usage was 1999, after which it has been on a consistent downward trajectory since 2005. The name has never entered the top 1,000, reflecting its status as a distinctive choice primarily favored by families with Dutch heritage. Anneke is nearly always given to girls, and its gentle sound and cross-cultural roots give it a quiet appeal among those seeking a name that is both familiar and uncommon in the United States.
Anneke is a Dutch and Frisian diminutive of Anna, which derives from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It has been used in the Netherlands since the Middle Ages, often as an affectionate form. The name gained some international recognition through notable Dutch figures, though it remains primarily within Dutch-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: An, Ankie, Neke
Sibling names for Anneke
Names that share Anneke's style, for a brother or sister.
