Anabelle
AN-uh-bel
The Story of Anabelle
Centuries ago, this name was a prayer for grace and beauty, and now it’s a whispered wish waiting for your daughter.
Anabelle weaves together the Hebrew 'Anna,' meaning 'grace,' with the French 'Belle,' meaning 'beautiful.' It is a name that traveled through European courts and quiet villages, a gentle fusion of two profound wishes for a child. Its presence grew steadily, a graceful melody across generations.
To say 'Anabelle' is to feel a lightness in your voice, a soft unfolding. You might find yourself tracing the letters on a baby blanket, imagining her graceful presence. This name holds a promise of charm and kindness, a reflection of the gentle spirit you already see in your daughter.
What It Means
“Anabelle is a combination of Anna, which is Hebrew for 'grace,' and Belle, which is French for 'beautiful,' meaning "graceful and beautiful."”
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#686 in 2014
Total Births
8,863
First Recorded
1915
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