| Meaning | grace |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Anne |
About Anne
Pure simplicity defines this enduring classic that has weathered centuries without losing relevance. The single syllable carries remarkable weight and dignity despite its brevity. It represents unpretentious elegance, requiring no embellishment to convey sophistication. The name has graced queens, saints, authors, and everyday heroes throughout history. Its versatility allows it to complement virtually any middle name or surname combination. Parents choosing it often appreciate understated beauty and timeless quality over trendy appeal. The name projects quiet strength and reliability, suggesting someone grounded and genuine. Its universal recognition across cultures eliminates pronunciation difficulties while maintaining distinctive character. This choice reflects confidence in simplicity and appreciation for names that transcend temporal fashions.
Nicknames for Anne
| Annie |
| Ann |
| Nan |
| Nancy |
Famous People Named Anne
| Anne Frank | Holocaust diarist |
| Anne Hathaway | American actress |
| Anne Sullivan | Helen Keller's teacher |
| Anne-Marie | British singer |
| Anne Boleyn | Queen of England |
| Anne Rice | American author |
| Anne Morrow Lindbergh | American aviator and author |
| Anne Bancroft | American actress |
| Anne Archer | American actress |
| Anne Dudley | English composer and musician |
| Anne Carson | Canadian poet and essayist |
| Anne Sexton | American poet |
| Anne Bonny | Irish pirate |
| Anne Wojcicki | Co-founder of 23andMe |
| Anne Heche | American actress |
| Anne Meara | American actress and comedian |
| Anne Parillaud | French actress |
| Anne Sullivan Macy | American educator and advocate |
| Anne McCaffrey | American-Irish author |
| Anne Robinson | British television presenter |
Characters Named Anne
| Anne Shirley | "Anne of Green Gables" |
| Anne Elliot | "Persuasion" by Jane Austen |
| Anne Hathaway | "The Princess Diaries" |
| Anne Marie Chadwick | "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Anne Walker | "Gentleman Jack" |
| Anne Bonny | "Black Sails" |
| Anne Glass | "Falling Skies" |
| Anne Boonchuy | "Amphibia" |
| Anne Marie | "Swan Princess" |
| Anne Marie Cunningham | "Road to Avonlea" |
| Anne Marie Sakowitz | "Dogville" |
| Anne Elliot Wentworth | "Persuasion" - 1995 film adaptation |
| Anne Marie "Annie" Walker | "Covert Affairs" |
| Anne Veal | "Arrested Development" |
| Anne Shirley Cuthbert | "Anne with an E" |
| Anne Marie Hoag | "Ghostbusters" - 2016 |
| Anne Marie McCoy | "Dazed and Confused" |