Annilee

Annilee is an English first name for girls that originated from the combination of the names Anni and Lee. The name Anni translates to 'the favored one' and is a derived form of the Hebrew name Hannah.

What does the name Annilee mean?

The name Annilee is an English girl's designation that is composed of the names Anni and Lee. Anni means 'the favored one' and is a diminutive of the Hebrew Hannah, while Lee is interpreted as an English name meaning 'the one who comes from the meadow'.

Where does the name Annilee come from?

The name Annilee has an etymology that features both Old English and Old Hebrew roots, with meanings such as 'the favored one' and 'the one who comes from the meadow'. The Old English part, Lee, comes from leah, meaning 'wood, meadow, or clearing', while Anni is derived from the Hebrew channah, meaning 'grace'. The language of the name is English.

How do you pronounce Annilee?

The sound structure and pronunciation of the name Annilee are three syllables and fluid. It is usually pronounced as 'An-ni-lee' [ˈaniliː] and begins with an open 'a' sound. The elongated ending syllable provides a soft, gliding sound. The concluding '-lee' gives the name a delicate and airy finish. This makes Annilee appear elegant and harmonious, possessing a fine, calm aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Annilee is considered a rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the country's name popularity lists. Its best ranking was in 1997, reaching 1,166th place in the Scottish name charts. From 1974 to 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Scotland, placing it at 5,642nd. In the last ten years, no child has been named that in Scotland.