Anunciação

Annunciation — from Anunciação
Portuguese origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1861US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Anunciação mean and where does it come from?

Anunciação is derived from the Latin word 'annuntiatio', meaning 'announcement', particularly in a religious context.

Cultural significance
In Portuguese culture, Anunciação is often associated with the Feast of the Annunciation, celebrating the announcement of the Virgin Mary’s pregnancy.
Peak popularity
Reached #1861 in 2015 — currently #1861 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Anunciação?

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

Anunciação Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Anunciação Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Anunciação Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Anunciação Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Anunciação Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Anunciação Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Anunciação right now?

Holding steady — currently #1861 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1861 · Top 1.4%
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2023#186110stable
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💎Anunciação 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 Anunciação?

Common
AnuAnAnieAnyAção

Common questions about the name Anunciação

What does the name Anunciação mean?
Anunciação means "Annunciation — from Anunciação" — a name rooted in Portuguese 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 Anunciação?
Anunciação 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 Anunciação?
Anunciação originates from Portuguese tradition. Portuguese 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 Anunciação?
Anunciação 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 Anunciação more of a girl or boy name?
Anunciação is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.