Anabeth
An English combination baby name meaning "grace from God" or "favored by God".
Name Census estimates that about 200 living Americans carry the first name Anabeth. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Anabeth today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Anabeth births was 2014 (27 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Anabeth. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
200
~ 1 in 1,713,772 Americans
Peak year
2014
27 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2021 SSA rank
#13,595
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Anabeth: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Anabeth from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 114 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Anabeth by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Anabeth during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Anabeths live
Origin
Meaning and history of Anabeth
Anabeth is a unique and intriguing name with a rich history that spans several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greek, where it is believed to have evolved from the name Anabelle, itself derived from the Latin word "anabilis," meaning "lovable" or "admirable."
In the Middle Ages, the name Anabeth gained popularity in parts of Europe, particularly in regions with strong Celtic influences. Some scholars suggest that it may have been influenced by the Welsh name Anabaith, which means "born of grace" or "graceful one." During this time, the name was often associated with women of noble or spiritual standing.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anabeth can be found in a 12th-century religious text from France, where it is mentioned as the name of a pious nun. In the following centuries, the name appeared sporadically in various historical records across Europe, though its prevalence remained relatively low.
It wasn't until the 19th century that the name Anabeth gained more widespread recognition, thanks in part to its use by several notable figures. Anabeth Neilson (1832-1908), a celebrated Danish novelist and women's rights activist, was one of the first prominent individuals to bear the name. Her literary works and advocacy for gender equality helped to popularize the name in Scandinavia.
Another notable Anabeth was Anabeth Buchanan (1845-1926), an American educator and philanthropist who founded several schools and institutions for underprivileged children in the southern United States. Her dedication to education and social reform made her a respected figure in her time.
In the early 20th century, Anabeth Reeves (1901-1978), a British Olympic athlete and tennis player, brought further recognition to the name with her sporting achievements. She won multiple Wimbledon championships and was a trailblazer for women in professional sports.
Anabeth Gish (born 1971), an American actress known for her roles in various television series and films, is one of the more recent individuals to carry the name. Her successful career in entertainment has helped to introduce the name to a new generation of audiences.
While the name Anabeth has never achieved widespread popularity, it has maintained a unique and intriguing charm throughout its history. Its varied cultural influences and associations with notable individuals have contributed to its enduring appeal as a distinctive and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with a rich backstory.
People
Anabeth + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Anabeth as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Anabeth: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Anabeth?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 200 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Anabeth going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,713,772 US residents.
Is Anabeth a common name?
We classify Anabeth as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 202 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Anabeth most popular?
The single biggest year for Anabeth was 2014, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Anabeth is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Anabeth a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Anabeth in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.