Annegret

graceful and pure — from Anna
German origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1586US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Annegret
a-nə-gret
/a-nə-gret/ · · 3 syllables
graceful and pure — from Anna
German origin · Girl name

What does Annegret mean and where does it come from?

Annegret is a compound name formed from 'Anna' and 'Grete', with 'Anna' meaning grace and 'Grete' meaning pure.

Cultural significance
Annegret is a traditional German name, often used in various forms across German-speaking countries.
Peak popularity
Reached #1586 in 2015 — currently #1586 in the US.
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How else can you spell Annegret?

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

What middle names flow best with Annegret?

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

Annegret Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Annegret Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Annegret Claire
One syllable · timeless choice
Annegret Zoey
One syllable · vintage charm
Annegret Maeve
One syllable · timeless choice
Annegret Jade
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Annegret right now?

Holding steady — currently #1586 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1586 · Top 1.2%
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💎Annegret is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Annegret?

Common
AnnEgret

Famous people named Annegret

AK
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer
German politician and former leader of the Christian Democratic Union.
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Common questions about the name Annegret

What does the name Annegret mean?
Annegret means "graceful and pure — from Anna" — a name rooted in German 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 Annegret?
Annegret is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Annegret?
Annegret originates from German tradition. German 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 Annegret?
Annegret pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Annegret more of a girl or boy name?
Annegret is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.