Annabelle
Annabelle is a Christian girl name of Scottish, with French styling origin, meaning “Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Scottish, with French styling |
| Pronunciation | AN-uh-bel |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Annabelle
Annabelle is a French-styled spelling of Annabel, a medieval Scottish name. Its origin is uncertain: one explanation links it to Amabel, from Latin amabilis, lovable, while popular interpretation treats it as Anna (grace) plus belle (beautiful). The -belle spelling became especially popular in the US and Britain in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Belle and Annie are common nicknames.
Is Annabelle a Christian name?
Annabelle is not a biblical name and has no direct religious meaning, though its apparent link to Anna gives it a Christian association for some families.
How popular is Annabelle?
A popular name in English-speaking countries in recent decades.
Gifts with the name Annabelle
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Spellings and variants of Annabelle
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Annabelle mean?
Annabelle means 'Possibly 'lovable'; often linked to grace and beauty'. It is of Scottish, with French styling origin.
Is Annabelle a Christian name?
Annabelle is not a biblical name and has no direct religious meaning, though its apparent link to Anna gives it a Christian association for some families.
How do you pronounce Annabelle?
Annabelle is pronounced AN-uh-bel.
Is Annabelle a boy or girl name?
Annabelle is usually a girl name.