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Anael

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Anael Pronunciation

Anael is pronounced AH-nah-el /ˈɑ.nɑ.ɛl/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew, variously 'grace of God' and 'God answers' — the name of an angel in some traditions; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the angelic linkLow

In 30 seconds: Grace of God; God answers: Anael is Hebrew, an angel's name. Lyrical, devout, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'AH-nah-el').
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningFrom Hebrew, variously 'grace of God' and 'God answers' — the name of an angel in some traditions; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the angelic link
U.S. rank (2024)#6935 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births16 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 202

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

US baby name popularity trendUS births per year from 1999 to 2024. Peak in 2022 with 22 births.011221999202020222024peak 2022 · 22

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Anael comes from Hebrew, variously 'grace of God' and 'God answers' — the name of an angel (Haniel/Anael) in some Jewish and Christian traditions (we note the angelic link; routes layered). A lyrical, devout name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Ana).

In the U.S. it appears in Hispanic and Jewish families. Rare, grace-of-God at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Anael means variously 'grace of God' and 'God answers' in Hebrew — the name of an angel in some traditions — a lyrical, devout name, used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the angelic link; said 'AH-nah-el').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Anael — angelic link noted

Variations

AnahelAnaelleHaniel

Nicknames

Ana

Themes & Styles

If you like Anael…

Anaelle— a fellow spelling
Ariel— a sound-neighbor -ael angel name
Nataniel— a fellow -ael Hebrew name
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Azriel— another Hebrew name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Anael?

Anael is pronounced AH-nah-el (/ˈɑ.nɑ.ɛl/). Press play above to hear Anael said aloud.

How do you say Anael?

Anael is said AH-nah-el (/ˈɑ.nɑ.ɛl/). Press play above to hear Anael said aloud.

What does the name Anael mean?

Anael is Hebrew, variously 'grace of God' and 'God answers' — also the name of an angel. We note the angelic link.

Is Anael a boy or girl name?

Anael is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Anael?

Anael is a rare name in the U.S.

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