Declining since 1985, #1,443 for girls today.
Popularity of Annette since 1880
Babies named Annette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 400 |
| 1890s | 780 |
| 1900s | 1,322 |
| 1910s | 5,590 |
| 1920s | 8,249 |
| 1930s | 13,531 |
| 1940s | 19,179 |
| 1950s | 35,341 |
| 1960s | 51,925 |
| 1970s | 16,056 |
| 1980s | 7,106 |
| 1990s | 3,534 |
| 2000s | 3,269 |
| 2010s | 2,006 |
| 2020s | 1,008 |
Meaning & origin
Annette enjoyed its greatest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, peaking at rank 1443 in 1960 when it was given to approximately 1 in every 10,787 newborns. Since 1985, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting a broader shift away from diminutive French-style names. Despite its fall from peak favor, Annette remains a recognizable classic, particularly in states such as Wisconsin, Colorado, and California, where it saw slightly higher usage during its heyday. The name's gentle sound and elegant simplicity continue to appeal to parents seeking a vintage yet accessible choice. Its trajectory since the mid-1980s places it among names that feel nostalgic rather than contemporary, ensuring its place in the lexicon of mid-century American naming.
Annette is a French diminutive of Anne, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The diminutive suffix -ette gives it a distinctly French character. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the United States during the mid-1900s.
Where Annette is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Annette” around the world
Where Annette lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Netta
Variants: Annetta
Sibling names for Annette
Names that share Annette's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Claire, Colette, Denise, Louise, Simone, Jeanette, Paulette, Carolynn, Danette, Donetta, Georgette, Lisette, Lissette, Lizette, Nanette, Nannette, Suzette, Anjanette, Arlett, Babette, Bobette, Carletta, Corrinne, Dannette, Deseree, Jacquelene, Jaquelin, Joetta, Johnetta, Lanette, Lizzette, Lorretta, Marolyn, Micheline, Tonette, Amorette, Angla, Chrisette, Cozetta, Danetta, Davetta, Deserie, Donnette, Francoise, Genene, Ginette, Jannelle, Jeanett, Johnelle, Jonetta, Josetta, Lanetta, Lisett, Lorraina, Lynnetta, Maryetta, Mechele, Nicollette, Ninette, Noretta, Raynette, Ronnette, Suzzette, Wanetta, Waynette, Yvonna, Barbette, Coleta, Dawnetta, Dawnette, Desere, Gennette, Harryette, Jannetta, Joanette, Joletta, Lannette, Levette, Lissete, Lizzett, Lonetta, Lonette, Lyzette, Marieann, Nanetta, Pleshette, Richetta, Ronnetta, Tonetta, Tonnette, Yoland, Yvett, Anelle, Bernedette, Jacqulyne, Marnette, Paullette, Alette, Danett, Dannetta, Danyetta, Deanette, Denetta, Geanette, Gwenette, Helane, Jacquette, Jacqulene, Jodette, Johnnette, Joliet, Juanette, Kennette, Lanett, Lazette, Linetta, Lizzete, Marionette, Nickolette, Nicolet, Runette, Shenetta, Suzetta, Trinetta, Williette, Wynetta, Yolette, Yvone
Brothers: Andre, Marcel, Pierre, Rene, Victor, Antuan, Ronell, Lemond, Yvon
Names like Annette
Names whose popularity has moved with Annette's over the last 50 years.
