NAME PROFILE
Annette
Annette is a French diminutive of the name Anne, meaning 'grace.' The name carries a sense of warmth and kindness, evoking images of a nurturing and gentle person who brings joy to those around her.
Key Stats
| Total births | 169,795 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1960 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 20%IL — 20%TX — 20%NY — 20%FL — 19%
Notable People
Annette Bening (Actress, *American Beauty*) · Annette Funicello (Actress and singer, *Mickey Mouse Club*) · Annette O'Toole (Actress, *Smallville*) · Annette Kyllo (Artist, known for her mixed media work) · Annette Messager (French artist, known for her installations)
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