Anne

Meaning of Anne

It means 'grace' or 'favor'. This suggests someone who is kind, elegant, and blessed.

Anne has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Anne

Anne is climbing again, up to #619 in 2025 from #650 in 2024 after peaking at #298 in 2000.

Notable people named Anne

• Anne Hathaway
  Oscar-winning actress
• Anne Frank
  Holocaust diarist, author
• Anne Boleyn
  Queen of England, historical figure
• Anne Rice
  Gothic fiction novelist
• Anne Bancroft
  Legendary Oscar-winning actress

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Questions about the name Anne

What does the name Anne mean?

Anne means it means 'grace' or 'favor'. this suggests someone who is kind, elegant, and blessed, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Anne a boy's or a girl's name?

Anne is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Anne?

In 2025, Anne ranked #619 for girls, up from #650 the year before.

When was Anne most popular?

Anne peaked at #298 in 2000.