Holding steady.
Popularity of Annice since 1884
Babies named Annice per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Annice's real moment was 1884.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 18 |
| 1890s | 64 |
| 1900s | 88 |
| 1910s | 220 |
| 1920s | 259 |
| 1930s | 280 |
| 1940s | 279 |
| 1950s | 237 |
| 1960s | 166 |
| 1970s | 73 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Annice is a rare feminine name that saw modest use in the late 19th century. According to the Social Security Administration data, it was first recorded in 1884, which also marks its peak year of usage. The name's trajectory has been stable, meaning it has never experienced a significant surge or decline in popularity; it remains an uncommon choice. Like many vintage names, Annice offers a distinctive alternative to more common variants such as Ann or Anna. Its top states of usage are not documented, but its presence in the 1880s aligns with the era's fashion for names derived from Agnes. For parents seeking a name with historical roots and a soft sound, Annice carries a gentle, old-fashioned appeal.
Annice is a variant of Annis, itself a medieval English form of Agnes, derived from the Greek 'hagnē' meaning 'chaste' or 'pure'. Through Latin, 'agnus' (lamb) also influenced the name's popular association. It was used in England from the Middle Ages and is occasionally revived in modern times, though it remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Ann, Nici
Sibling names for Annice
Names that share Annice's style, for a brother or sister.
