Annamary

“Derived from Anna and Mary, meaning 'grace' and 'sea of bitterness' respectively.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12274US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

318All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Annamary

AH·num·ER·ee

/ˈɑ.nəm.ˈɛr.iː/ · stress on AH · 4 syllables

“Derived from Anna and Mary, meaning 'grace' and 'sea of bitterness' respectively.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Annamary mean and where does it come from?

Annamary combines elements from both the names Anna and Mary, popular throughout English-speaking countries. Anna is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'grace,' while Mary has Latin origins and is sometimes interpreted as 'sea of bitterness.' Annamary may reflect a fusion of cultural influences, appearing mo

Cultural significance

Annamary has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from anna and mary, meaning 'grace' and 'sea of bitterness' respectively..

Peak popularity

Reached #2737 in 1921 — currently #12274 in the US.

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How else can you spell Annamary?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Anamary

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Annamary?

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

Annamary Grace

How popular is Annamary right now?

Rising fast — up 3233 spots — currently #12274 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#12274 · Top 9.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12274	7	▲ up 3233 · +40% births
2022	#15507	5	▼ down 5269 · -44% births
2020	#10238	9	▲ up 690
2015	#10928	9	▲ up 6207 · +80% births
2010	#17135	5	▼ down 3854 · -17% births
2000	#13281	6	▼ down 2418 · +20% births
1985	#10863	5	▼ down 4262
1960	#6601	5	▼ down 2112 · -29% births
1950	#4489	7	▲ up 357 · +40% births
1945	#4846	5	▼ down 864 · -17% births
1935	#3982	6	▼ down 64 · -25% births
1925	#3918	8	▼ down 95
1920	#3823	8	▲ up 289 · +33% births
1915	#4112	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Annamary

Best Year1920Rank #3823

Peak Count9

Average Rank#8714

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202314 years

The story of Annamary

Annamary entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 318 total births recorded, Annamary remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4112 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12274 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Annamary in 1921:

Mary Dorothy Helen Margaret Ruth

Annamary by decade

Annamary peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	43
1920s ★	65
1930s	26
1940s	36
1950s	18
1960s	10
1980s	17
1990s	14
2000s	38
2010s	42
2020s	9

💎Annamary has only 318 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Annamary?

Common

AnnAmary

What names sound and feel like Annamary?

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

Annmary

American · Grace; a combination

Annemary

Germanic · graceful, beloved

Annamay

American · gracious, full of

Adamary

American · Derived from 'Adam',

Izamary

American · A modern female

Ava-mary

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Rosemary

American · dew of the

Adanary

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Annamary

What does the name Annamary mean?

Annamary means "Derived from Anna and Mary, meaning 'grace' and 'sea of bitterness' respectively." — 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 Annamary?

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

What is the cultural origin of Annamary?

Annamary 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.

How do you pronounce the name Annamary?

Annamary is a four-syllable name pronounced AA1 N AH0 M EH1 R IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Annamary?

Annamary 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.