Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Annabell

Annabell is a slight spelling variation of Annabel, a name popularized by the Scots. Most people would assume that Annabel is derived from the coupling of two female names (Anna and Belle) when in fact it actually comes from the medieval favorite Amabel, an old Anglo-Norman female personal name which is an Old French variant of the Latin “amabilis” meaning “loveable”. The now-extinct Amabel eventually morphed into Anabel and Mabel. Annabel became a particular favorite in Scotland where it remained confined from the 12th century until very recently. In more modern times, An(n)abel(l)(e/a) has enjoyed commonplace usage throughout the English-speaking world. There are several variants of this name depending on spelling preference (e.g., one or two Ns or Ls, three or four syllables, with or without an A or an E on the end). There are currently seven different ways to spell the “loveable” Annabell.

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Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME ANNABELL

The number Seven personality is deeply mystical and highly in tune with their spirituality. They operate on a different wavelength than the average joe. Spending time alone comes easily to Sevens, as it gives them time to contemplate philosophical, religious and spiritual ideas in an effort to find "real truth".  Sevens are wise, but often exude mystery as if they are tapped into something the rest of us don't understand. They love the outdoors and are fed by nature. Sevens are constantly seeking to understand human nature, our place in the universe, and the mystery of life in general. This makes them quite artistic and poetic, but they are also keen observers with high intellect - so they are equally scientific-minded. Sevens are charitable and care deeply about the human condition.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME ANNABELL

The Annabell spelling has been around since the late 19th century in the United States. It was used (although relatively rarely) up through 1938. Then the name disappeared from America’s Top 1000 list of baby girl names. Annabell just recently came back to the charts at position #965 out of 1000 in 2011. In other words, this is one of the least preferred spellings of the Scottish Annabel. Today parents prefer to tack on an “e” or an “a” to the end of the name: Annabelle and Annabella are the most popular ways to spell this name, followed by Anabelle, Annabel, Anabella, Annabell and, finally, the minimalistic Anabel.

Quick Facts

ON ANNABELL

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

English

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

958

PRONUNCIATION:

AHN-ә-bel

SIMPLE MEANING:

Loveable

Characteristics

OF ANNABELL

Mystical

Wise

Eccentric

Intuitive

Imaginative

Philosophical

Solitary

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