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Annalise
GirlGerman, Hebrew· “combination of Anna and Lise”
- Meaning
- combination of Anna and Lise
- Origin
- German, Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AN-uh-lees
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #409
- US babies 2025
- 764
- Best rank
- #385 (2021)
- Peak year
- 2016
Meaning and origin of Annalise
Annalise is a German and Hebrew name that means “combination of Anna and Lise”.
Annalise is a German and Scandinavian combination of Anna and Lise, a short form of Elisabeth. Anna comes from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning grace or favor, while Elisabeth comes from Elisheva, God is my oath. The joined name has been used in German-speaking countries for generations, sometimes spelled Anneliese. English-speaking parents have embraced it for its graceful rhythm and its blend of two timeless names. It feels elegant yet approachable, and it offers a choice of nicknames: Anna, Annie, Lise or Lisa. It pairs well with both classic and modern middle names.
Popularity over time
Annalise first appears in US Social Security records in 1965. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 28 different years, starting in 1997. Its best national rank was #385 in 2021, and the most babies received it in 2016, when 825 were named Annalise. In 2025, 764 babies were named Annalise, and it ranked #409 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #4,157 in 1980, #821 in 2000, #525 in 2010, and #409 in 2025. Of the 17,165 US girls named Annalise since records began, 40% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 4,435 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Jimena, Braelynn, Aviana, Kennedi, and Scarlet.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Annalise ranked highest in Arizona, Louisiana, and Nevada.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | #206 | 33 |
| Louisiana | #208 | 21 |
| Nevada | #267 | 10 |
| Arkansas | #272 | 11 |
| Pennsylvania | #303 | 36 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Annalise is usually pronounced AN-uh-lees, with three syllables. It has eight letters, starts with A and ends in “-se”.
Middle names for Annalise
A few middle names that flow with Annalise: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Annalise
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Annalise mean?
Annalise is a German and Hebrew name that means “combination of Anna and Lise”.
What is the origin of the name Annalise?
Annalise has German and Hebrew roots. Annalise is a German and Scandinavian combination of Anna and Lise, a short form of Elisabeth.
Is Annalise a popular name?
Yes. Annalise ranked #409 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Annalise a boy or girl name?
Annalise is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Annalise?
Annalise is usually pronounced AN-uh-lees. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings