Anabela
“Spanish/Portuguese”
Spanish origin · Girl name
#11250US 2023
8Births / yr
↓Falling
498All-time births
📅 Since 197000
What does Anabela mean and where does it come from?
Anabela has roots in both Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures. The name combines the qualities of grace (Ana) and beauty (Bella), making it particularly appealing to parents. It is a popular name in various regions, celebrating femininity and charm.
Cultural significance
Anabela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish/portuguese.
Peak popularity
Reached #4136 in 1973 — currently #11250 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Anabela?
Anabela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Anabela Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Anabela Rose
Floral · soft ending
Anabela Mae
Sweet · timeless
Anabela Claire
French influence · crisp
Anabela Jane
Literary · strong
Anabela Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Anabela right now?
Declining — down 36 spots — currently #11250 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Anabela
Anabela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 498 total births recorded, Anabela remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8996 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11250 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Anabela in 1973:
Anabela by decade
Anabela peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 94 | |
| 1980s | 24 | |
| 1990s | 19 | |
| 2000s | 174 | |
| 2010s ★ | 181 | |
| 2020s | 6 |
Anabela has only 498 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Anabela?
BRETON
Annick
BULGARIAN
AniAnka
CATALAN
Anaïs
CROATIAN
AnicaAnitaAnjaAnkaAnkicaNensi
Famous people named Anabela
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Anabela (Spanish royal)
Anabela held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.
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Anabela (Flamenco artist)
Anabela carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.
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Anabela (Spanish saint)
Anabela helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
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Anabela (Flamenco artist)
Anabela carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.
What names sound and feel like Anabela?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anabela also consider these
Anadela
Spanish-speaking countries · combination of Ana
Anavela
Spanish-speaking countries · gift of God
Arabela
Spanish-speaking countries · Derived from the
Annabela
English-speaking countries · graced with a
Anabella
Latin · graceful
Andjela
Serbia · Derived from the
Angela
Latin · messenger
Anjela
Slavic countries · Angel, messenger
How is Anabela written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Anabela?
Amable FRENCHAmabilis LATE ROMANQuanna AFRICAN AMERICANAne BASQUEAnne BASQUEAnna BELARUSIANHanna BELARUSIANAnna BIBLICAL GREEKChannah BIBLICAL HEBREWAnna BIBLICAL LATINAnna BIBLICALHannah BIBLICALAnna BRETONAnnick BRETONAna BULGARIANAni BULGARIANAnka BULGARIANAnna BULGARIANAina CATALANAnaïs CATALANAnna CATALANAna CROATIANAnica CROATIANAnita CROATIANAnja CROATIANAnka CROATIANAnkica CROATIANHana CROATIANJana CROATIANNensi CROATIANAneta CZECHAnna CZECHHana CZECHAne DANISHAnika DANISHAnita DANISHAnja DANISHAnna DANISHAnne DANISHAnnette DANISHHanna DANISHHanne DANISHAnika DUTCHAnita DUTCHAnja DUTCHAnke DUTCHAnna DUTCHAnnabel DUTCHAnne DUTCHAnneke DUTCHAnnelien DUTCHAnnet DUTCHAnnette DUTCHAnnie DUTCHAnnika DUTCHAnouk DUTCHAns DUTCHAntje DUTCHHanna DUTCHHannah DUTCHAnabella ENGLISHAnabelle ENGLISHAnissa ENGLISHAnita ENGLISHAniya ENGLISHAniyah ENGLISHAnn ENGLISHAnna ENGLISHAnnabel ENGLISHAnnabella ENGLISHAnnabelle ENGLISHAnne ENGLISHAnneka ENGLISHAnnette ENGLISHAnnie ENGLISHAnnika ENGLISHArabella ENGLISHHannah ENGLISHJannah ENGLISHKeanna ENGLISHNan ENGLISHNancy ENGLISHNanette ENGLISHNannie ENGLISHNanny ENGLISHNettie ENGLISHNita ENGLISHAnna ESTONIANAnu ESTONIANAnna FAROESEAnita FINNISHAnja FINNISHAnna FINNISHAnne FINNISHAnneli FINNISHAnni FINNISHAnniina FINNISHAnnika FINNISHAnnikki FINNISHAnnukka FINNISHAnu FINNISHHanna FINNISHHannele FINNISHNiina FINNISHAnaïs FRENCHAnnabelle FRENCHAnne FRENCHAnnette FRENCHAnnie FRENCHAnouk FRENCHHannah FRENCHNinon FRENCHAntje FRISIANAna GEORGIANAni GEORGIANAnika GERMANAnina GERMANAnita GERMANAnja GERMANAnna GERMANAnne GERMANAnnett GERMANAnnette GERMANAnnika GERMANHanna GERMANHannah GERMANHanne GERMANAnna GREEKChanah HEBREWChannah HEBREWHannah HEBREWAnett HUNGARIANAnikó HUNGARIANAnna HUNGARIANAnnuska HUNGARIANHanna HUNGARIANPanna HUNGARIANPanni HUNGARIANAnna ICELANDICHanna ICELANDICNainsí IRISHAnna ITALIANAnnabella ITALIANAnnetta ITALIANAnita LATVIANAnna LATVIANOna LITHUANIANAnke LOW GERMANAntje LOW GERMANAna MACEDONIANAnita NORWEGIANAnja NORWEGIANAnna NORWEGIANAnne NORWEGIANAnnette NORWEGIANAnniken NORWEGIANHanna NORWEGIANHanne NORWEGIANAnaïs OCCITANAnna OCCITANAnna OLD CHURCH SLAVICAnia POLISHAnita POLISHAnka POLISHAnna POLISHHania POLISHHanna POLISHAna PORTUGUESEAnita PORTUGUESEAna ROMANIANAnca ROMANIANAni ROMANIANAnia RUSSIANAnna RUSSIANAnnushka RUSSIANAnushka RUSSIANAnya RUSSIANAnnag SCOTTISHNandag SCOTTISHAna SERBIANAnica SERBIANAnja SERBIANAnka SERBIANJana SERBIANAnna SLOVAKHana SLOVAKAna SLOVENEAnica SLOVENEAnika SLOVENEAnita SLOVENEAnja SLOVENEAna SPANISHAnabel SPANISHAni SPANISHAnita SPANISHAnita SWEDISHAnja SWEDISHAnna SWEDISHAnne SWEDISHAnnette SWEDISHAnnika SWEDISHHanna SWEDISHHannah SWEDISHHanne SWEDISHAnna UKRAINIANHanna UKRAINIANAnoushka VARIOUSAnouska VARIOUSHena YIDDISHHenda YIDDISHHendel YIDDISHHene YIDDISHHenye YIDDISH
Common questions about the name Anabela
What does the name Anabela mean?
Anabela means "Spanish/Portuguese" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Anabela?
Anabela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Anabela?
Anabela originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Anabela?
Anabela pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Anabela a common or rare name?
Anabela is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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