Annette: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: a-hnne-htte-h
Origin: France
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Grace

Annette is a lovely feminine name with French origins, meaning "grace" and "favor". It is derived from the name Anne, which has Hebrew origins and means "merciful," "gracious," or "grace". Annette is also a variant of the Hebrew name Hannah, which means "favor" or "grace". The name Annette was popular in the 1950s and 1960s and is considered a classic name. Although it has fallen out of fashion in recent years, it has come back around to being a unique and stylish choice.

Annette Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Annette is currently #16631 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Annette is currently #9439 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Annette is currently #8747 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Annette is currently #4951 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Annette is currently #8029 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Famous People Named Annette

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Annette, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Annette Bening: Annette Bening is an American actress known for her roles in films such as "American Beauty," "The Kids Are All Right," and "Being Julia."
  • Annette Strauss: Annette Strauss was the first female mayor of Dallas, Texas, serving from 1987 to 1991. She passed away in 1998.

 

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