Annie
Annie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæni/
Meaning and origin of Annie
- A diminutive of the female given name Ann. Also, a popular given name in the 19th century.
How popular is Annie?
Since 1880, 360,253 girls and 1,927 boys in the U.S. have been named Annie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #466 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #182 for girls, with 1,690 babies given the name.
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Annie FAQ
What does the name Annie mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Ann. Also, a popular given name in the 19th century.
How popular is the name Annie?
Since 1880, 360,253 girls and 1,927 boys in the U.S. have been named Annie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #466 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #182 for girls, with 1,690 babies given the name.
Is Annie a boy or girl name?
Annie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 360,253 girls and 1,927 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.