Find out how popular the first name Annalise has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Annalise by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Annalise is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 719 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Annalise.

The history of the first name Annalise

The name Annalise has its roots in the Germanic language family, with the name Anna being a variation of the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor." The second part of the name, "lise," is derived from the German name Elisabeth or Elizabeth, which means "consecrated to God."

The name Annalise first appeared in the Middle Ages, during the 12th and 13th centuries, and was predominantly used in German-speaking regions of Europe. It was a combination of the names Anna and Elisabeth, which were both popular at the time.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Annalise can be found in the 14th-century German text "Codex Manesse," which includes a collection of medieval German poetry. However, the name did not gain widespread popularity until much later.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Annalise. One of the earliest was Annalise von Dessau (1396-1468), a German noblewoman and abbess of the Quedlinburg Abbey in Saxony-Anhalt. Another notable figure was Annalise Hartmann (1576-1627), a German painter known for her portraits and religious works.

In the 19th century, Annalise Ruprecht (1816-1893) was a German writer and educator who advocated for women's education and rights. During the same period, Annalise Maier (1868-1947) was a German physicist and one of the first women to receive a doctorate in physics from the University of Berlin.

More recently, Annalise Keating, a fictional character played by Viola Davis in the legal drama series "How to Get Away with Murder" (2014-2020), has brought renewed attention to the name.

Overall, the name Annalise has a rich history spanning centuries, with its roots in German-speaking regions and a blend of two meaningful names, Anna and Elisabeth. While not as common as some other names, it has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, from noblewomen and artists to educators and scientists.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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