Annabel
Annabel is a Christian girl name of Scottish, origin uncertain origin, meaning “Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Scottish, origin uncertain |
| Pronunciation | AN-uh-bel |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Annabel
Annabel is first recorded in medieval Scotland. Its origin is debated: it is often explained as a variant of Amabel, from the Latin amabilis, lovable, though it is also popularly read as a blend of Anna (grace) and the French belle (beautiful). Annabella Drummond was a fourteenth-century Scottish queen. Edgar Allan Poe's poem Annabel Lee made the name widely known in the nineteenth century.
Is Annabel a Christian name?
Annabel has no direct religious origin. Families sometimes choose it because of its apparent link to Anna, a biblical name meaning grace.
How popular is Annabel?
Popular in Britain and Australia and steadily used in the US.
Gifts with the name Annabel
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Spellings and variants of Annabel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Annabel mean?
Annabel means 'Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty'. It is of Scottish, origin uncertain origin.
Is Annabel a Christian name?
Annabel has no direct religious origin. Families sometimes choose it because of its apparent link to Anna, a biblical name meaning grace.
How do you pronounce Annabel?
Annabel is pronounced AN-uh-bel.
Is Annabel a boy or girl name?
Annabel is usually a girl name.