Girl
Annabella
graceful, beautiful
About Annabella
Annabella captures romance and charm in five graceful syllables, creating a name that feels both substantial and enchanting. This elaborate choice provides your daughter with a name that makes a statement, offering the gravitas of length while maintaining feminine softness. The name's internal rhythm—the way syllables build and flow—creates an almost musical quality that delights when spoken. Annabella offers abundant nickname possibilities, from Anna and Bella to Annie or even the playful Abi, giving your daughter flexibility as she navigates different social contexts and personal preferences. The name carries a storybook quality that appeals to imaginative spirits while remaining grounded enough for real-world practicality. Annabella pairs exceptionally well with shorter surnames, creating pleasant name balance, though it holds its own with longer last names too. This name suits parents who aren't afraid of something more ornate, who see naming as an opportunity to give their daughter something truly beautiful rather than merely functional. Annabella will look stunning on everything from birth announcements to doctoral diplomas, maintaining its appeal across all life stages. The name suggests grace, creativity, and a certain joie de vivre.
Popularity of the Name Annabella
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | #965 | #879 | |||
| 2002 | #715 | #863 | #944 | ||
| 2003 | #710 | #843 | |||
| 2004 | #725 | #774 | |||
| 2005 | #689 | #560 | #774 | ||
| 2006 | #561 | #767 | #849 | ||
| 2007 | #563 | #650 | #765 | ||
| 2008 | #587 | #636 | #745 | ||
| 2009 | #460 | #451 | #444 | ||
| 2010 | #310 | #420 | #927 | #543 | |
| 2011 | #327 | #365 | #457 | ||
| 2012 | #307 | #327 | #397 | #915 | #468 |
| 2013 | #273 | #330 | #493 | ||
| 2014 | #256 | #298 | #588 | #464 | |
| 2015 | #395 | #327 | #477 | ||
| 2016 | #431 | #312 | #872 | #518 | |
| 2017 | #466 | #344 | #582 | #610 | |
| 2018 | #590 | #402 | #725 | #651 | |
| 2019 | #645 | #425 | #855 | #701 | |
| 2020 | #847 | #478 | #815 | #995 | |
| 2021 | #587 | #858 | #946 | ||
| 2022 | #649 | #736 | |||
| 2023 | #562 | #843 | |||
| 2024 | #583 | ||||
| 2025 | #605 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Annabella
Names Similar to Annabella
Nicknames for Annabella
- Anna
- Bella
- Annie
- Bell
Famous People Named Annabella
| Annabella Sciorra | American actress |
| Annabella Incontrera | Italian actress |
| Annabella Hilal | Lebanese TV presenter |
| Annabella Piugattuk | Canadian actress |
| Annabella Lwin | Burmese-born English singer |
| Annabella | singer - Spanish pop singer |
| Annabella Weismann | Brazilian actress and singer |
| Annabella Rama | Filipina actress |
| Annabella Barber | Australian model |
| Annabella Bevilacqua | Italian rhythmic gymnast |
| Annabella Walters | British actress |
| Annabella Calabrese | American gymnast |
| Annabella Thorne | American actress and singer |
| Annabella Avery Thorne | American actress |
| Annabella Andreoli | Italian gymnast |
| Annabella Greene | British social media influencer |
| Annabella Kijewski | German figure skater |
| Annabella Kummer | Austrian alpine skier |
| Annabella Gonon | French biathlete |
| Annabella Maclies | Scottish swimmer |
Characters Named Annabella
| Annabella "Anna" Corbiere | Character from the movie "Night at the Museum" |
| Annabella "Bella" Swan | Character from the "Twilight" series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Annabella "Anna" Bates | Character from the TV series "Downton Abbey" |
| Annabella "Bella" Hartley | Character from the TV show "H2O - Just Add Water" |
| Annabella "Belle" Brooks | Character from the movie "Beauty and the Beast" |
| Annabella "Anna" Valerious | Character from the movie "Van Helsing" |
| Annabella "Bella" Wilfer | Character from Charles Dickens' novel "Our Mutual Friend" |
| Annabella "Bella" Casey | Character from the novel "City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert |
| Annabella "Anna" Karenina | Title character from Leo Tolstoy's novel "Anna Karenina" |
| Annabella "Belle" French | Character from the TV series "Once Upon a Time" |
| Annabella "Bella" Cullen | Character from the "Twilight" series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Annabella "Anna" Coleman | Character from the movie "Freaky Friday" |
| Annabella "Bella" Crawford | Character from the TV series "Lost Girl" |
| Annabella "Anna" Morrow | Character from the movie "The Good Earth" |
| Annabella "Belle" Gold | Character from the TV series "Once Upon a Time" |
| Annabella "Bella" Dawson | Character from the TV series "Bella and the Bulldogs" |
| Annabella "Anna" Foster | Character from the movie "Chasing Liberty" |
| Annabella "Bella" Edwards | Character from the TV series "The Shannara Chronicles" |
| Annabella "Bella" Fontaine | Character from the movie "Dance with Me" |
| Annabella "Anna" Sackville-West | Character from the movie "The Duchess" |