Anella

“A diminutive form of 'Ana', meaning 'grace'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6181US 2023

19Births / yr

↓Falling

346All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Anella mean and where does it come from?

Anella is a relatively modern name, often noted for its melodic quality. It has gained traction in the United States, particularly in Hispanic communities. The name can also be related to 'Anel', which is derived from 'Ana' and has popular usage in Spain.

Cultural significance

Anella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a diminutive form of 'ana', meaning 'grace'..

Peak popularity

Reached #3222 in 1918 — currently #6181 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Anella?

Anella works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Anella Grace

How popular is Anella right now?

Falling — down 861 spots — currently #6181 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#6181 · Top 4.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6181	19	▼ down 861 · -21% births
2022	#5320	24	▲ up 653 · +20% births
2021	#5973	20	▼ down 826 · -17% births
2020	#5147	24	▲ up 5788 · +167% births
2015	#10935	9	▼ down 1666 · -25% births
2010	#9269	12	▲ up 2659 · +50% births
2005	#11928	8	▲ up 1242 · +60% births
1990	#13170	5	▼ down 9541 · -29% births
1935	#3629	7	▲ up 1102 · +17% births
1925	#4731	6	▼ down 1170 · -33% births
1920	#3561	9	▲ up 1110 · +80% births
1915	#4671	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Anella

Best Year1920Rank #3561

Peak Count24

Average Rank#7043

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202312 years

The story of Anella

Anella entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 346 total births recorded, Anella remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4671 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6181 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Anella in 1918:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Anella by decade

Anella peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	28
1920s	25
1930s	18
1940s	17
1950s	11
1960s	5
1970s	6
1990s	5
2000s	65
2010s ★	142
2020s	24

💎Anella has only 346 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Anella?

Common

AneAnAnieAnyElla

What names sound and feel like Anella?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anella also consider these

Andella

American · Brave and noble.

Aneila

American · delight, pleasure.

Common questions about the name Anella

What does the name Anella mean?

Anella means "A diminutive form of 'Ana', meaning 'grace'." — a name rooted in American 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 Anella?

Anella is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Anella have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Anella?

Anella originates from American tradition. American 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 Anella?

Anella pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Anella trending right now?

Anella is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.