A 1930s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Annett since 1915
Babies named Annett per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1960, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Annett's real moment was 1938.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 27 |
| 1920s | 38 |
| 1930s | 105 |
| 1940s | 98 |
| 1950s | 168 |
| 1960s | 334 |
| 1970s | 138 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 14 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Annett is a vintage French diminutive that saw its greatest U.S. popularity during the 1930s, reaching a peak in 1938. Though it later fell out of the top 1000, the name has been rising since 2022, reflecting a broader revival of 1930s-era names. Annett shares its graceful roots with Anne and Hannah, and its soft, familiar sound appeals to parents seeking a classic yet understated choice.
Annett is a variant of Annette, a French diminutive of Anne, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The name was used in England from the medieval period onward, often as a pet form of Ann. Its popularity in the United States peaked in the 1930s, and it has seen a slight resurgence in recent years.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Netta, Nettie
Sibling names for Annett
Names that share Annett's style, for a brother or sister.
