Anniebelle
A feminine name of English origin meaning "loving, grace".
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Anniebelle. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Anniebelle today is around 110 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Anniebelle births was 1915 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Anniebelle. 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.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Anniebelle is about 110 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Anniebelles were born before 1926.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Anniebelle. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1915
10 babies that year
Average age
110
years old
1931 SSA rank
#4,364
Tracked since 1908
Popularity
Anniebelle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Anniebelle from the 1900s through to the 1930s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 49 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1910s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Anniebelle 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 Anniebelle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Anniebelle
The name Anniebelle is a combination of two distinct names, Annie and Belle, both with their own rich histories and origins.
Annie finds its roots in the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor." This ancient name can be traced back to the Old Testament, where it was borne by the mother of the prophet Samuel. Over time, it evolved into various forms across different cultures and languages, including Ann, Anne, and eventually Annie.
Belle, on the other hand, is derived from the French word "belle," meaning "beautiful." It has been a popular name in France and other French-speaking regions for centuries, often used as a nickname or a shortened form of longer names like Isabelle or Annabelle.
The earliest recorded use of the combined name Anniebelle is believed to be in the late 19th century, likely as a result of the growing popularity of combining traditional names to create unique and melodic monikers. It gained particular traction in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and Great Britain.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Anniebelle. One of the earliest was Anniebelle Hough (1867-1945), an American writer and educator who pioneered the use of radium in cancer treatment. Another notable figure was Anniebelle Shackelford (1889-1982), a Canadian author and journalist known for her work on women's rights and social issues.
In the realm of entertainment, Anniebelle Evers (1911-1999) was a British stage and film actress who enjoyed a successful career spanning several decades. Anniebelle Hines (1918-2005), on the other hand, was an influential African American dancer and choreographer, known for her contributions to modern dance and her work with the Katherine Dunham Dance Company.
More recently, Anniebelle Perez (born 1982) is a contemporary Mexican-American artist and activist, recognized for her vibrant murals and advocacy for immigrant rights.
These individuals, along with countless others who have borne the name Anniebelle throughout history, have contributed to its rich tapestry of cultural significance and enduring appeal.
People
Anniebelle + last name combinations
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FAQ
Anniebelle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Anniebelle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Anniebelle 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 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Anniebelle a common name?
We classify Anniebelle as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 73 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Anniebelle most popular?
The single biggest year for Anniebelle was 1915, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Anniebelle is about 110 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Anniebelle in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Anniebelle a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Anniebelle 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.
Is Anniebelle still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Anniebelle in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Anniebelle can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Anniebelle?
Want to know how many people have the name Anniebelle? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.